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Brant Lake South, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Brant Lake South is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 210. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
210 Population 396/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $43,460 per capita
45°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

How Brant Lake South Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population210
Median Age57.2 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female41% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$43,460
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$22,447M
Commute22 min

Health

Obesity30.4%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking11.4%
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,623 ft (495 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries15

Is Brant Lake South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brant Lake South receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brant Lake South offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brant Lake South is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Brant Lake South among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brant Lake South has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brant Lake South has a population of 210 with a density of 396 people per square mile. The median age is 57.2 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.5%), with 39.5% Hispanic.

Population

210
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
57.2yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.5%
Female 59.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Brant Lake South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brant Lake South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brant Lake South is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Brant Lake South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,460
Avg Weekly Wage$1,252
IRS Avg AGI$93,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,989
County GDP$22,447M

Business (County)

Restaurants558
Healthcare581
Retail804
Manufacturing192

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,828
95% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

In Brant Lake South, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 19.6% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brant Lake South vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits71.1%
Premature Death7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities581
Brant Lake South has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,623 ft (495 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates43.9109°N, 96.9408°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS46099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities581
Restaurants558
Retail Stores804

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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