South Dakota
Artesian is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 160. Residents earn $57,656 per year, which is 23% below the national average.
Based on current data, Artesian receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Artesian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Artesian is $57,656, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Artesian is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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.
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Artesian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 87.8% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,656 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,597 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $837 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,103 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.3% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
| County GDP | $177M |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $87,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.4% |
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,717/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 52.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.4 inches |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,314 ft (401 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0079°N, 97.9237°W |
| County FIPS | 46097 |
Winner: Republican by 47 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.2% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 291/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 68.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Retail Stores | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |