South Dakota
Bushnell is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 66. Residents earn $91,250 per year, which is 21% above the national average.
Based on current data, Bushnell receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Bushnell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Bushnell is $91,250, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Bushnell is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Bushnell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,250 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,148 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,411 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,382 |
| County GDP | $3,062M |
| Restaurants | 89 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 110 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,740 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.56% |
| Commute Time | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
| Census Median | $87,500 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 90.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,740 |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.56% |
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.1% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.9% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,178/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.2 inches |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,687 ft (514 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3274°N, 96.6423°W |
| County FIPS | 46011 |
Winner: Republican by 17.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.6% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 23.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Restaurants | 89 |
| Retail Stores | 110 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |