Glenham, SD

South Dakota

Glenham is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 119. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
119 Population 361/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $37,973 per capita
$76,900 Home Value $168,894 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,900 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,900
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population119
Median Age62.9 yrs
Density361/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$37,973
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$319M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,894

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Elevation1,686 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute16 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Glenham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glenham receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Glenham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glenham is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Glenham is $76,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Glenham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Glenham has a population of 119 with a density of 361 people per square mile. The median age is 62.9 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

119
Total Population
361
People / sq mi
62.9yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Glenham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Glenham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glenham is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Glenham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,973
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$78,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)252
County GDP$319M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare15
Retail47
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Work from Home19.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Glenham is $76,900, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,894.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,900
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,894

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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,575
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
In Glenham, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death9,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Glenham has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall31.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density361/sq mi
Coordinates45.5330°N, 100.2711°W
County FIPS46129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.2-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 59.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density361/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants31
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Work from Home19.7%

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