Frederick, SD

South Dakota

Frederick is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 178. Residents earn $81,071 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
178 Population 132/sq mi density
$81,071 Median Income $36,812 per capita
$83,100 Home Value
$719 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$81,071 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,100 home value, $719/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,071
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $83,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,071
Per Capita$36,812
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,100
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation1,378 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Frederick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frederick receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Frederick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frederick is $81,071, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frederick is $83,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Frederick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Frederick has a population of 178 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

178
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Frederick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frederick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frederick is $81,071, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Frederick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,071
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,812
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frederick is $83,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,100
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Rate7.87%
In Frederick, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Frederick has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates45.8319°N, 98.5067°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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