Bradley, SD

South Dakota

Bradley is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 104. Residents earn $60,833 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
104 Population 416/sq mi density
$60,833 Median Income $25,895 per capita
$105,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$60,833 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,833
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density416/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans72.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,833
Per Capita$25,895
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$381M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Elevation1,823 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley is $60,833, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% 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 Bradley is $105,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bradley has a population of 104 with a density of 416 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

104
Total Population
416
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley is $60,833, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bradley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,833
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,895
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$83,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)268
County GDP$381M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare20
Retail38
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley is $105,800, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,800
62% below US avg

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-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Bradley, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate65.7%
Premature Death6,776/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Bradley has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall42.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,823 ft (556 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density416/sq mi
Coordinates45.0904°N, 97.6419°W
County FIPS46037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.9-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density416/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

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