Blunt, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Hughes County County
Blunt, SD
At a Glance
How Blunt Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blunt's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blunt a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blunt residents earn a median household income of $62,031 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,532. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 941 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blunt is $152,500 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $163,466. Median rent is $888/month, with 17.6% 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 1964.
Education
19.4% of adults in Blunt hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blunt has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.