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Badger, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Hamlin County County
Badger, SD
At a Glance
How Badger Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Badger's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Badger a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Badger residents earn a median household income of $68,571 , which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,779. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 279 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Badger is $72,000 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $303,349. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Badger reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 528/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Badger hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Badger has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.