Hayti, SD

South Dakota

Hayti is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 393. Residents earn $78,333 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
393 Population 854/sq mi density
$78,333 Median Income $40,115 per capita
$116,400 Home Value $301,451 Zillow
$776 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,333 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,400 home value, $776/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,333
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $776
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density854/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,333
Per Capita$40,115
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$425M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,400
Rent$776
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,451

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,696 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute16 min

Is Hayti a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayti receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hayti stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayti is $78,333, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.3% 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 Hayti is $116,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $776 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayti has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hayti has a population of 393 with a density of 854 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%).

Population

393
Total Population
854
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayti vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayti vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayti is $78,333, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Hayti vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,333
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,115
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$81,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$425M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayti is $116,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $776 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,400
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$301,451

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$776
33% 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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Hayti, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death6,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hayti has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,696 ft (517 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density854/sq mi
Coordinates44.6589°N, 97.2046°W
County FIPS46057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+87.7%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density854/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home3.2%

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