Canton, South Dakota
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −24.4% |
| 2008 | −6.1% |
| 2012 | −19.1% |
| 2016 | −24.3% |
| 2020 | −26.4% |
| 2024 | −32.5% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 32.5%Harris506 | 65.0%Trump1,013 | 2.5% | R+32.5 | R+6.1 | R+31.1 | 1,558 | |
| R | 35.1%Biden544 | 61.5%Trump954 | 3.5% | R+26.4 | R+2.1 | R+30.9 | 1,552 | |
| R | 34.7%Clinton484 | 59.0%Trump823 | 6.3% | R+24.3 | R+5.2 | R+26.4 | 1,395 | |
| R | 40.1%Obama549 | 59.2%Romney811 | 0.7% | R+19.1 | R+13.1 | R+23.0 | 1,369 | |
| R | 45.8%Obama709 | 51.8%McCain803 | 2.4% | R+6.1 | D+18.3 | R+13.3 | 1,549 | |
| R | 37.8%Kerry466 | 62.2%Bush766 | 0.0% | R+24.4 | — | R+21.9 | 1,232 |
Canton sits in the Northern Plains. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 32.5 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 6.1 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 32.5 points.
A population of 3,033, a 94% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $60,850 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Canton, South Dakota vote in 2024?
In 2024, Canton, South Dakota voted Republican by 32.5 points (R+32.5), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,558 votes cast, 506 went Democratic and 1,013 went Republican.
How many people live in Canton, South Dakota?
Canton, South Dakota has a population of 3,033 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Canton, South Dakota?
Median household income in Canton, South Dakota is $60,850 — below the national median of $80,734. The South Dakota state median is $75,081.
What is the political history of Canton, South Dakota?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Canton, South Dakota from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.