South Dakota
Faulkton is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 627. Residents earn $68,672 per year, which is 9% below the national average.
Based on current data, Faulkton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Faulkton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Faulkton is $68,672, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Faulkton is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Faulkton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches, including 43.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $68,672 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,585 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $818 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,770 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.5% |
| 88% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 126 |
| County GDP | $169M |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 11 |
| Commute Time | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
| Census Median | $100,000 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.2% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,579/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 44.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.0 inches |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,587 ft (484 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 621/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0342°N, 99.1267°W |
| County FIPS | 46049 |
Winner: Republican by 65.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 621/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Retail Stores | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 12.4 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |