Frankfort, SD

South Dakota

Frankfort is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 142. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
142 Population 180/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $38,224 per capita
$54,600 Home Value $179,301 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,600
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$38,224
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$549M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,301

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,297 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Frankfort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frankfort receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Frankfort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frankfort is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frankfort is $54,600, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Frankfort has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Frankfort has a population of 142 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

142
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Frankfort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frankfort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frankfort is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Frankfort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,224
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$81,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare19
Retail29
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Frankfort is $54,600, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,301.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,600
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,301

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-Occupied98.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Frankfort, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate67.3%
Premature Death8,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Frankfort has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,297 ft (395 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates44.8777°N, 98.3092°W
County FIPS46115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.3%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants14
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home14.7%

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