Bushnell, SD

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.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
66 Population 93/sq mi density
$91,250 Median Income $35,148 per capita
$87,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$91,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,250
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.6%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,250
Per Capita$35,148
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$3,062M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Elevation1,687 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.6%
High School+80.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute14 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries2

Is Bushnell a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Bushnell has a population of 66 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

66
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Bushnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bushnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bushnell is $91,250, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bushnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,250
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$85,411

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,382
County GDP$3,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare101
Retail110
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,740
64% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bushnell is $87,500, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg

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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,740
64% above US avg
Effective Rate6.56%
In Bushnell, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death6,178/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities101

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bushnell has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,687 ft (514 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates44.3274°N, 96.6423°W
County FIPS46011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.6%
3% above US avg
High School+80.8%
School Test Score5.45
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants89
Retail Stores110

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

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