Garden City, SD

South Dakota

Garden City is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 87.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
87 Population 218/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,536 per capita
$46,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $46,700
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,536
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$337M
Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$46,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation1,848 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute41 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries1

Is Garden City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garden City receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Garden City faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garden City is $46,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Garden City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Garden City has a population of 87 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

87
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Garden City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Garden City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garden City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Garden City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,536
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$72,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$337M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail14
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garden City is $46,700, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,700
83% below US avg

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-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Garden City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Premature Death4,614/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Garden City has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,848 ft (563 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates44.9593°N, 97.5804°W
County FIPS46025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+81.0%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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