Delmont, SD

South Dakota

Delmont is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 196. Residents earn $43,542 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
196 Population 258/sq mi density
$43,542 Median Income $30,708 per capita
$91,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,542 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,300 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,542
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density258/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,542
Per Capita$30,708
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$269M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,482 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute24 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries1

Is Delmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delmont receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Delmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delmont is $43,542, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delmont is $91,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Delmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Delmont has a population of 196 with a density of 258 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 13.3% Hispanic.

Population

196
Total Population
258
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Delmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delmont is $43,542, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Delmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,542
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,708
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$72,137

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)133
County GDP$269M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare7
Retail17
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Delmont is $91,300, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,300
68% 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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Delmont, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death3,318/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access11.7%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Delmont has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,482 ft (452 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density258/sq mi
Coordinates43.2666°N, 98.1592°W
County FIPS46043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.4-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.6%
D 13.2%

Winner: Republican by 72.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density258/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants3
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home2.4%

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