Dupree, SD

South Dakota

Dupree is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 483. Residents earn $48,036 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
483 Population 1,238/sq mi density
$48,036 Median Income $23,117 per capita
$69,400 Home Value
$705 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$48,036 median income, 14.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,400 home value, $705/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,036
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.2%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.7%
107% higher than US avg

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

People

Population483
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,238/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 18%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,036
Per Capita$23,117
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty25.7%
County GDP$121M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,400
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain18.9 in/yr
Elevation2,369 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 43%
Commute20 min

Is Dupree a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dupree receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dupree offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dupree is $48,036, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dupree is $69,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Dupree experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.9 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dupree has a population of 483 with a density of 1,238 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (79.7%), with 18.4% White.

Population

483
Total Population
1,238
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dupree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dupree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dupree is $48,036, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dupree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,036
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,117
Avg Weekly Wage$927
IRS Avg AGI$43,414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.7%
107% above US avg
Establishments (County)68
County GDP$121M

Business (County)

Healthcare4
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dupree is $69,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,400
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.2%

Property Tax

In Dupree, 48.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.2%
50% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma14.0%
COPD10.8%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress19.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.9%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death37,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.2/10
Exercise Access2.7%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Dupree has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.9 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,369 ft (722 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Coordinates45.0495°N, 101.6013°W
County FIPS46031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 11.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities4
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

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