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Fruitdale, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Butte County County
Fruitdale, SD
At a Glance
How Fruitdale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fruitdale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fruitdale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fruitdale residents earn a median household income of $15,833 , which is 79% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $15,924. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 52.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 474 business establishments, including 37 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fruitdale is $162,800 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $332,557. Median rent is $1,375/month, with 40.0% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Fruitdale reports 243 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,286/100K.
Education
41.3% of adults in Fruitdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fruitdale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 311 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.