Bath, SD

South Dakota

Bath is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 116. Residents earn $33,031 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
116 Population 400/sq mi density
$33,031 Median Income $23,691 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,031 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,031
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,031
Per Capita$23,691
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$3,155M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation1,303 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+79.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
CommuteN/A
Broadband48.0%
Libraries3

Is Bath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bath receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bath is $33,031, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bath has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bath has a population of 116 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

116
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.2%
Female 63.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bath is $33,031, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,031
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,691
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
In Bath, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Bath has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,303 ft (397 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates45.4692°N, 98.3236°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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