Agar, SD

South Dakota

Agar is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 86.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 410/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,391 per capita
$107,500 Home Value
$850 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.8%
124% higher than US avg

How Agar Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population86
Median Age64.5 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans89.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,391
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.8%
County GDP$108M
Commute14 min

Housing

Home Value$107,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Elevation1,857 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute14 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Agar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agar receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Agar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Agar is $107,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Agar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 48.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Agar has a population of 86 with a density of 410 people per square mile. The median age is 64.5 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 10.5% Hispanic.

Population

86
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
64.5yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Agar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Agar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agar is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Agar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$93,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.8%
124% above US avg
Establishments (County)97
County GDP$108M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare3
Retail10
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.2 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Agar is $107,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,500
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%

Property Tax

In Agar, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Agar vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death8,861/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access1.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

Crime Rates: Agar vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Agar has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall48.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,857 ft (566 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates44.8397°N, 100.0735°W
County FIPS46119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.8-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 60.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants10
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Work from Home2.3%

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