Cottonwood, SD

South Dakota

Cottonwood is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 105.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
105 Population 114/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age0.0 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$107M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Elevation2,485 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband13.0%
Libraries2

Is Cottonwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottonwood receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Cottonwood 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cottonwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches, including 38.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Cottonwood has a population of 105 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 0.0 years, 100% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
0.0yrs
Median Age
100% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottonwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cottonwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottonwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cottonwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$794
IRS Avg AGI$48,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)83
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare3
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.9%
Premature Death24,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.0/10
Exercise Access23.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cottonwood has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall38.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,485 ft (757 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates43.9704°N, 101.9041°W
County FIPS46071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.1-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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