Chelsea, SD

South Dakota

Chelsea is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 57. Residents earn $158,542 per year, which is 111% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
57 Population 178/sq mi density
$158,542 Median Income $74,488 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$158,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $158,542
111% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$158,542
Per Capita$74,488
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Elevation1,346 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries3

Is Chelsea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chelsea receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Chelsea stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelsea is $158,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 111% above $75,149. This places Chelsea among higher-income communities. 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 26 minutes.

Education

27.6% 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

Chelsea has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Chelsea has a population of 57 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.4%
Female 24.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelsea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chelsea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelsea is $158,542, which is 111% above 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 26 minutes.

Income: Chelsea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$158,542
111% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,488
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Chelsea has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.0 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates45.1676°N, 98.7434°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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