Cherry Creek, SD

South Dakota

Cherry Creek is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 158. Residents earn $42,788 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
158 Population 259/sq mi density
$42,788 Median Income $16,297 per capita
$205,000 Home Value
$828 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$42,788 median income, 22.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$205,000 home value, $828/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,788
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $205,000
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.2%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.0%
511% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population158
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

D
Median Income$42,788
Per Capita$16,297
Unemployment22.0%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$133M

Housing

B+
Home Value$205,000
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Elevation1,724 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 9%
CommuteN/A
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2

Is Cherry Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherry Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cherry Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherry Creek is $42,788, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherry Creek is $205,000, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherry Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.9 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Cherry Creek has a population of 158 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

158
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherry Creek is $42,788, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cherry Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,788
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,297
Avg Weekly Wage$914
IRS Avg AGI$68,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.0%
511% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)111
County GDP$133M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare8
Retail15
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherry Creek is $205,000, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,000
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.0%

Property Tax

In Cherry Creek, 48.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cherry Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.2%
50% above US avg
Diabetes18.2%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma13.7%
COPD10.8%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate40.3%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death5,004/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access58.5%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cherry Creek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.9 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,724 ft (525 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates44.6047°N, 101.4993°W
County FIPS46055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.9-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.2%
D 9.3%

Winner: Republican by 79.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants9
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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