Egan, SD

South Dakota

Egan is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 235. Residents earn $60,278 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
235 Population 220/sq mi density
$60,278 Median Income $28,910 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $198,603 Zillow
$583 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,278 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $583/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,278
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $583
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,278
Per Capita$28,910
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$486M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,603

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation1,530 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Libraries2

Is Egan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Egan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Egan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Egan is $60,278, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Egan is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Egan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 40.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Egan has a population of 235 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

235
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Egan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Egan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Egan is $60,278, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Egan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,278
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,910
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$85,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)218
County GDP$486M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare16
Retail18
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,171
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Egan is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,603.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,603

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$583
50% 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-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,171
19% above US avg
Effective Rate5.25%
In Egan, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death9,921/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Egan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall40.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,530 ft (466 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates44.0003°N, 96.6485°W
County FIPS46101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants13
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home11.3%

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