Belle Fourche, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Lawrence County County
Belle Fourche, SD
At a Glance
How Belle Fourche Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Belle Fourche's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Belle Fourche a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Belle Fourche residents earn a median household income of $59,920 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,431. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.6% 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 Belle Fourche is $188,800 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $339,748. Median rent is $947/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Belle Fourche reports 151 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,301/100K.
Education
15.2% of adults in Belle Fourche hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Belle Fourche has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches.