Fedora, SD

South Dakota

Fedora is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 21.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
21 Population 6/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $86,033 per capita
$22,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $22,900
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21
Median Age70.4 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$86,033
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$177M

Housing

Home Value$22,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Elevation1,358 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+90.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Broadband15.0%
Libraries1

Is Fedora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fedora receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Fedora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fedora is $22,900, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fedora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Fedora has a population of 21 with a density of 6 people per square mile. The median age is 70.4 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

21
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
70.4yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fedora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fedora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fedora is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: Fedora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$86,033
Avg Weekly Wage$837
IRS Avg AGI$79,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)108
County GDP$177M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail12
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fedora is $22,900, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,900
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,717/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Fedora has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,358 ft (414 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates44.0067°N, 97.7896°W
County FIPS46097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+90.5%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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