Goodwin, SD

South Dakota

Goodwin is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 94. Residents earn $54,750 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
94 Population 200/sq mi density
$54,750 Median Income $41,357 per capita
$175,000 Home Value $450,491 Zillow
$519 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$175,000 home value, $519/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $519
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$41,357
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
Rent$519
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$450,491

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,998 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute17 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries1

Is Goodwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodwin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Goodwin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodwin is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodwin is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Goodwin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Goodwin has a population of 94 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

94
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Goodwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodwin is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Goodwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,750
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,357
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodwin is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $450,491.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$450,491

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$519
55% 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-Occupied89.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Goodwin, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Goodwin has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall60.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,998 ft (609 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates44.8775°N, 96.8497°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Work from Home2.5%

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