Astoria, SD

South Dakota

Astoria is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 160. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
160 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $24,246 per capita
$103,400 Home Value $366,986 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population160
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$24,246
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$553M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,986

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,822 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Astoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Astoria receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Astoria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Astoria is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Astoria is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Astoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Astoria has a population of 160 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

160
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Astoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Astoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Astoria is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Astoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Astoria is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,986.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,986

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Astoria, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Astoria has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,822 ft (555 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates44.5577°N, 96.5465°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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