Caputa, SD

South Dakota

Caputa is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 29.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 100/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median AgeN/A
Density100/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$433M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation2,915 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 13% / D 84%
CommuteN/A
Broadband29.0%
Libraries9

Is Caputa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caputa receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Caputa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Education

0.0% 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

Caputa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 48.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Caputa has a population of 29 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Caputa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Caputa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caputa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Caputa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$40,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)136
County GDP$433M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death40,417/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access1.9%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Caputa has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall48.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,915 ft (888 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates43.9960°N, 102.9846°W
County FIPS46102
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 70.6-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 13.3%
D 83.8%

Winner: Democrat by 70.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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