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Dakota Dunes, SD
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Dakota Dunes, SD
At a Glance
How Dakota Dunes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dakota Dunes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dakota Dunes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dakota Dunes residents earn a median household income of $123,438 , which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $68,587. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 504 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dakota Dunes is $495,000 , 76% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $414,793. Median rent is $1,211/month, with 29.1% 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 2002.
Safety & Crime
Dakota Dunes reports 40 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 89% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,638/100K.
Education
60.8% of adults in Dakota Dunes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above the national average). 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dakota Dunes has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.