Bullhead, SD

South Dakota

Bullhead is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 285. Residents earn $32,614 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
285 Population 95/sq mi density
$32,614 Median Income $7,620 per capita
N/A Home Value
$575 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$32,614 median income, 25.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$575/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,614
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 25.7%
614% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.5%
356% higher than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age21.1 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

F
Median Income$32,614
Per Capita$7,620
Unemployment25.7%
Poverty56.5%
County GDP$121M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.3 in/yr
Elevation1,785 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+78.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute24 min
Broadband57.0%

Is Bullhead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bullhead receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bullhead has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bullhead is $32,614, 57% below the national average of $75,149. At 25.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 56.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bullhead has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.3 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bullhead has a population of 285 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 21.1 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.3%).

Population

285
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
21.1yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bullhead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.4%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.6%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bullhead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bullhead is $32,614, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 25.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 56.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bullhead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,614
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,620
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$43,414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment25.7%
614% above US avg
Poverty Rate56.5%
356% above US avg
Establishments (County)68
County GDP$121M

Business (County)

Healthcare4
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.6%

Property Tax

In Bullhead, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes20.9%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma14.9%
COPD11.2%
Stroke6.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress21.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death37,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.2/10
Exercise Access2.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bullhead has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.3 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall43.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,785 ft (544 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates45.7728°N, 101.0814°W
County FIPS46031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.9-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 11.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+78.3%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Healthcare Facilities4
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.9%

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