South Dakota
Erwin is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 50. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.
Based on current data, Erwin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Erwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Erwin is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Erwin is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Erwin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,750 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,074 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,392 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 265 |
| County GDP | $370M |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,767 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.59% |
| Commute Time | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $45,000 |
| 84% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,767 |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 10.59% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,945/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,861 ft (567 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4880°N, 97.4409°W |
| County FIPS | 46077 |
Winner: Republican by 43.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 18.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Retail Stores | 23 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 32.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |