Camp Crook, SD

South Dakota

Camp Crook is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 35. Residents earn $39,375 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
35 Population 250/sq mi density
$39,375 Median Income $38,260 per capita
$66,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,100 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,375
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,100
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,375
Per Capita$38,260
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$91M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain15.8 in/yr
Elevation3,123 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 6%
Commute38 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries2

Is Camp Crook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camp Crook receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Camp Crook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camp Crook is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camp Crook is $66,100, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Camp Crook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.8 inches, including 50.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Camp Crook has a population of 35 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

35
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Camp Crook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camp Crook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camp Crook is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Camp Crook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,375
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,260
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$67,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)68
County GDP$91M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare7
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Camp Crook is $66,100, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,100
77% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

In Camp Crook, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camp Crook vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress13.5%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate66.9%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access35.5%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Camp Crook has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall15.8 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall50.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,123 ft (952 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates45.5501°N, 103.9749°W
County FIPS46063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 86.1-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92%
D 5.9%

Winner: Republican by 86.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants3
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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