Gregory, SD

South Dakota

Gregory is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 1,330. Residents earn $47,629 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,330 Population 773/sq mi density
$47,629 Median Income $27,915 per capita
$105,600 Home Value
$746 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,629 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,600 home value, $746/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,629
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,330
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density773/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,629
Per Capita$27,915
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$238M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,600
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Elevation2,168 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.79

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Gregory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gregory receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gregory offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gregory is $47,629, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Gregory is $105,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gregory experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Gregory has a population of 1,330 with a density of 773 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 7.8% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

1,330
Total Population
773
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Gregory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gregory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gregory is $47,629, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Gregory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,629
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,915
Avg Weekly Wage$767
IRS Avg AGI$63,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)230
County GDP$238M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Gregory is $105,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,600
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$641
1 Bedroom$749
2 Bedrooms$929
3 Bedrooms$1,242
4 Bedrooms$1,438

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.61%
In Gregory, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death13,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Gregory has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,168 ft (661 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates43.2300°N, 99.4209°W
County FIPS46053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.79
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density773/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Work from Home4.7%

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