Brandt, SD

South Dakota

Brandt is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 100. Residents earn $58,036 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
100 Population 79/sq mi density
$58,036 Median Income $24,726 per capita
N/A Home Value
$720 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$720/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,036
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,036
Per Capita$24,726
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$553M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,844 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute45 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Brandt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandt receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Brandt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brandt is $58,036, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brandt has a population of 100 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

100
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brandt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brandt is $58,036, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Brandt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,036
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,726
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
In Brandt, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure22.4%
Asthma8.5%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate62.9%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Brandt has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall60.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,844 ft (562 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates44.6669°N, 96.6252°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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