Canova, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Canova is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 140. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
140 Population 452/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $20,176 per capita
$35,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,000 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,000
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$20,176
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$406M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation1,527 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband34.0%

Is Canova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canova receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Canova offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canova is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canova is $35,000, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Canova has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches, including 36.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Canova has a population of 140 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

140
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Canova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Canova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canova is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Canova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,176
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$85,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate13.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home23.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Canova is $35,000, 88% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,000
88% 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

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg
Effective Rate13.76%
In Canova, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Canova has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall36.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,527 ft (465 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates43.8813°N, 97.5040°W
County FIPS46087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home23.2%

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