Emery, SD

South Dakota

Emery is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 475. Residents earn $62,679 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
475 Population 1,033/sq mi density
$62,679 Median Income $38,287 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$619 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$62,679 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $619/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,679
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population475
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density1,033/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,679
Per Capita$38,287
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$217M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,388 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min

Is Emery a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emery receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Emery stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emery is $62,679, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emery is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Emery experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Emery has a population of 475 with a density of 1,033 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%).

Population

475
Total Population
1,033
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Emery vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emery vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emery is $62,679, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Emery vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,679
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,287
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$76,948

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)106
County GDP$217M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail10
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Emery is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% 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-Occupied89.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Emery, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death4,906/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access29.0%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Emery has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,033/sq mi
Coordinates43.6020°N, 97.6195°W
County FIPS46061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 59.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,033/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home3.1%

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