Hazel, SD

South Dakota

Hazel is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 132. Residents earn $104,375 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
132 Population 550/sq mi density
$104,375 Median Income $31,710 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$104,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,375
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population132
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density550/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,375
Per Capita$31,710
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$425M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Elevation1,765 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Broadband41.0%

Is Hazel a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hazel is $104,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Hazel among higher-income communities. 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 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hazel is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hazel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hazel has a population of 132 with a density of 550 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

132
Total Population
550
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hazel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hazel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hazel is $104,375, which is 39% above 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 30 minutes.

Income: Hazel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,375
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$81,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hazel is $175,000, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% 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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,783
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Hazel, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death6,695/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hazel has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,765 ft (538 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density550/sq mi
Coordinates44.7582°N, 97.3810°W
County FIPS46057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.5-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density550/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home1.5%

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