Forestburg, SD

South Dakota

Forestburg is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 40. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
40 Population 75/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $30,885 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$30,885
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$158M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Elevation1,225 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Forestburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forestburg receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Forestburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forestburg is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

6.3% 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.

Climate & Weather

Forestburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Forestburg has a population of 40 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65%
Female 35%

Race & Ethnicity

Forestburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Forestburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forestburg is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Forestburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,885
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$61,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)90
County GDP$158M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare3
Retail4
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home38.5%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Premature Death7,200/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access0.4%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Forestburg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates44.0212°N, 98.1032°W
County FIPS46111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.3-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants6
Retail Stores4

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home38.5%

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