Armour, SD

South Dakota

Armour is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 647. Residents earn $64,250 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
647 Population 688/sq mi density
$64,250 Median Income $45,639 per capita
$93,300 Home Value
$867 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $867/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,250
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population647
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density688/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,250
Per Capita$45,639
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$269M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,520 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Armour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Armour receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Armour stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Armour is $64,250, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Armour is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Armour experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Armour has a population of 647 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 6.5% Black.

Population

647
Total Population
688
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Armour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Armour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Armour is $64,250, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Armour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,250
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,639
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,137

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$269M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare7
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Armour is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% 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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Armour, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death3,318/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access11.7%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Armour has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,520 ft (463 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density688/sq mi
Coordinates43.3193°N, 98.3441°W
County FIPS46043
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 72.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density688/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants3
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home3.6%

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