Antelope, SD

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
610 Population 266/sq mi density
$19,176 Median Income $13,045 per capita
$37,100 Home Value
$483 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$19,176 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,100 home value, $483/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,176
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,100
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $483
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.1%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 55.3%
346% higher than US avg

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

People

Population610
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

F
Median Income$19,176
Per Capita$13,045
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty55.3%
County GDP$313M

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,100
Rent$483
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease10.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.9 in/yr
Elevation2,606 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Antelope a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Antelope has a population of 610 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (97.5%), with 2.5% White.

Population

610
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Antelope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Antelope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Antelope is $19,176, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 55.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Antelope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,176
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,045
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$39,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate55.3%
346% above US avg
Establishments (County)108
County GDP$313M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Antelope is $37,100, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $483 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,100
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$483
58% 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-Occupied33.3%

Property Tax

In Antelope, 50.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 39.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.1%
56% above US avg
Diabetes22.7%
Heart Disease10.5%
High Blood Pressure40.8%
Asthma15.2%
COPD12.8%
Stroke6.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity39.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress21.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.9%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death34,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.3/10
Exercise Access32.4%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Antelope has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.9 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,606 ft (794 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates43.3097°N, 100.6299°W
County FIPS46121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 73.9%

Winner: Democrat by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+78.9%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.2%

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