Grenville, SD

South Dakota

Grenville is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 70. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
70 Population 292/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $32,526 per capita
$43,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,100 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $43,100
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$32,526
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$381M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation1,861 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute13 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries2

Is Grenville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grenville is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grenville is $43,100, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Grenville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 35.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Grenville has a population of 70 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

70
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Grenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grenville is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Grenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,526
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$83,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)268
County GDP$381M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare20
Retail38
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grenville is $43,100, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,100
85% 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-Occupied94.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Rate12.53%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,776/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Grenville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall35.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,861 ft (567 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates45.4670°N, 97.3902°W
County FIPS46037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.9-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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