South Dakota
Antelope is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 610. Residents earn $19,176 per year, which is 74% below the national average.
Based on current data, Antelope receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Antelope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Antelope is $19,176, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 55.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
The median home value in Antelope is $37,100, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $483 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Antelope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.9 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 90.0% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 10.0% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $19,176 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $13,045 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $39,367 |
| Unemployment | 7.4% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 55.3% |
| 346% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
| County GDP | $313M |
| Healthcare | 7 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
| Census Median | $37,100 |
| 87% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $483 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 33.3% |
| Obesity | 50.1% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 22.7% |
| Heart Disease | 10.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.8% |
| Asthma | 15.2% |
| COPD | 12.8% |
| Stroke | 6.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.9% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 21.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 34,850/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.9 inches |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 41.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,606 ft (794 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 266/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3097°N, 100.6299°W |
| County FIPS | 46121 |
Winner: Democrat by 50.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.4% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 78.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 266/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |