Fort Pierre, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Stanley County County
Fort Pierre, SD
At a Glance
How Fort Pierre Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Pierre's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Pierre a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Pierre residents earn a median household income of $74,732 , which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,035. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 153 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Pierre is $166,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $309,798. Median rent is $880/month, with 23.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.
Education
24.6% of adults in Fort Pierre hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Pierre has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches.