Claremont, SD

South Dakota

Claremont is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 90. Residents earn $56,667 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
90 Population 360/sq mi density
$56,667 Median Income $45,877 per capita
$74,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,667 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,667
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,667
Per Capita$45,877
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation1,301 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute33 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries3

Is Claremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Claremont receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Claremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Claremont is $56,667, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Claremont is $74,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Claremont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Claremont has a population of 90 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

90
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Claremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Claremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Claremont is $56,667, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Claremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,667
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,877
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% 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
Effective Tax Rate8.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Claremont is $74,000, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% 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-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Rate8.83%
In Claremont, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Claremont has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates45.6714°N, 98.0156°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 39.0% 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+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home5.3%

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