De Smet, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Kingsbury County County
De Smet, SD
At a Glance
How De Smet Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows De Smet's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is De Smet a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
De Smet residents earn a median household income of $60,139 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,276. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 265 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in De Smet is $155,900 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $260,667. Median rent is $743/month, with 28.4% 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 1958.
Education
23.5% of adults in De Smet hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
De Smet has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.9 inches.