Geddes, SD

South Dakota

Geddes is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 141. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
141 Population 193/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $37,025 per capita
$81,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,800 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$37,025
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$600M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation1,600 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+97.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries4

Is Geddes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geddes receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Geddes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geddes is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geddes is $81,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Geddes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Geddes has a population of 141 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 8.5% Hispanic.

Population

141
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Geddes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Geddes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geddes is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Geddes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,025
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$66,614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$600M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail52
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Geddes is $81,800, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,800
71% 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-Occupied92.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Geddes, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death16,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Geddes has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall31.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,600 ft (488 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates43.2540°N, 98.6974°W
County FIPS46023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.9-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home6.0%

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