Altamont, SD

South Dakota

Altamont is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 34.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
34 Population 27/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $29,400 per capita
$263,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $263,900
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$29,400
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M
Commute15 min

Housing

Home Value$263,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,842 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+86.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute15 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries1

Is Altamont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Altamont receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Altamont faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Altamont is $263,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Altamont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Altamont has a population of 34 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

34
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.2%
Female 61.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Altamont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Altamont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Altamont is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Altamont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$29,400
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Altamont is $263,900, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,900
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate1.36%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Altamont has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall60.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,842 ft (561 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates44.8408°N, 96.6902°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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