Brentford, SD

South Dakota

Brentford is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 84.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
84 Population 525/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,744 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 25.8%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population84
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density525/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,744
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation1,299 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+80.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute27 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries3

Is Brentford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brentford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Brentford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Brentford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches, including 28.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brentford has a population of 84 with a density of 525 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

84
Total Population
525
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brentford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brentford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brentford is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Brentford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,744
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home28.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied93.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
In Brentford, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma8.2%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate64.0%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brentford has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall28.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density525/sq mi
Coordinates45.1592°N, 98.3226°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density525/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home28.0%

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