Chamberlain, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Brule County County
Chamberlain, SD
At a Glance
How Chamberlain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chamberlain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chamberlain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chamberlain residents earn a median household income of $75,000 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,665. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 256 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chamberlain is $195,300 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $262,537. Median rent is $682/month, with 20.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Chamberlain reports 441 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,562/100K.
Education
36.6% of adults in Chamberlain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chamberlain has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches.