Henry, SD

South Dakota

Henry is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 246. Residents earn $27,254 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
246 Population 170/sq mi density
$27,254 Median Income $29,324 per capita
$85,100 Home Value $487,240 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$27,254 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$85,100 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,254
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,100
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$27,254
Per Capita$29,324
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$337M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$487,240

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Elevation1,812 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Henry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henry receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Henry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henry is $27,254, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henry is $85,100, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Henry 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 22.7 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Henry has a population of 246 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

246
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.8%
Female 62.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Henry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henry is $27,254, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Henry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,254
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,324
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$72,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$337M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail14
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Henry is $85,100, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,240.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,100
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$487,240

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-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

In Henry, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death4,614/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Henry 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 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,812 ft (552 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates44.8809°N, 97.4616°W
County FIPS46025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home5.8%

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