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Groton, SD
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Groton, SD
At a Glance
How Groton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Groton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Groton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Groton residents earn a median household income of $82,083 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,361. The unemployment rate stands at 0.5% (86% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,522 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Groton is $173,000 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $241,049. Median rent is $954/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Groton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
31.2% of adults in Groton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Groton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.