Dimock, SD

South Dakota

Dimock is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 104. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
104 Population 612/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $41,594 per capita
$193,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,800 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$41,594
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$555M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation1,374 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute18 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries4

Is Dimock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dimock receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Dimock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dimock is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Dimock among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dimock is $193,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dimock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dimock has a population of 104 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

104
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dimock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dimock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dimock is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Dimock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,594
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$76,127

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$555M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Dimock is $193,800, 31% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,800
31% 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-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Dimock, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death6,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Dimock has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates43.4774°N, 97.9871°W
County FIPS46067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density612/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants16
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home6.5%

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