Eden, SD

South Dakota

Eden is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 206.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
206 Population 1,373/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $150,149 per capita
N/A Home Value $401,127 Zillow
$740 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density1,373/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$150,149
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$454M
Commute8 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$401,127

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation1,839 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute8 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2

Is Eden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Eden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 48.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Eden has a population of 206 with a density of 1,373 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
1,373
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Eden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eden is N/A. 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 8 minutes.

Income: Eden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$150,149
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$77,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$454M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare12
Retail21
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,450
56% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $401,127.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$401,127

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% 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-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,450
56% above US avg
In Eden, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death5,654/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Eden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall48.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,839 ft (561 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,373/sq mi
Coordinates45.6168°N, 97.4197°W
County FIPS46091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.1%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 24 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,373/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants10
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

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