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Ashland Heights, SD
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Ashland Heights, SD
At a Glance
How Ashland Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland Heights residents earn a median household income of $61,538 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,695. The unemployment rate stands at 16.1% (347% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,630 business establishments, including 155 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland Heights is $202,700 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $359,031. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Ashland Heights reports 286 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,315/100K.
Education
12.8% of adults in Ashland Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland Heights has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.