Agency Village, SD

South Dakota

Agency Village is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 911. Residents earn $47,569 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
911 Population 127/sq mi density
$47,569 Median Income $12,863 per capita
$204,200 Home Value
$731 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$47,569 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$204,200 home value, $731/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,569
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.8%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.5%
154% higher than US avg

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

People

Population911
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density127/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 2%

Economy

C
Median Income$47,569
Per Capita$12,863
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty31.5%
County GDP$454M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home Value$204,200
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,486 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute14 min
Libraries2

Is Agency Village a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agency Village receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Agency Village has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Agency Village is $47,569, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.5% 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 Agency Village is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Agency Village has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Agency Village has a population of 911 with a density of 127 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.8%), with 1.5% White, 1.2% Black.

Population

911
Total Population
127
People / sq mi
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Agency Village vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Agency Village vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agency Village is $47,569, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Agency Village vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,569
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,863
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$77,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.5%
154% above US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$454M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare12
Retail21
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,450
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Agency Village is $204,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,200
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% 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-Occupied12.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,450
56% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Agency Village, 49.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 37.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Agency Village vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.8%
55% above US avg
Diabetes19.0%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma14.4%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity37.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate58.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death5,654/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Agency Village has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density127/sq mi
Coordinates45.5813°N, 97.0720°W
County FIPS46091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.1%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 24 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density127/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants10
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home3.4%

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