Herreid, SD

South Dakota

Herreid is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 549. Residents earn $68,611 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
549 Population 381/sq mi density
$68,611 Median Income $36,879 per capita
$87,400 Home Value $213,834 Zillow
$703 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,611 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,400 home value, $703/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,611
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population549
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density381/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,611
Per Capita$36,879
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$103M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,400
Rent$703
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,834

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.8 in/yr
Elevation1,684 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+85.1%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute15 min

Is Herreid a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herreid receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Herreid stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herreid is $68,611, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Herreid is $87,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Herreid has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Herreid has a population of 549 with a density of 381 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

549
Total Population
381
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Herreid vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Herreid vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herreid is $68,611, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Herreid vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,611
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,879
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$87,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)75
County GDP$103M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare3
Retail9
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Herreid is $87,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,834.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,834

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% 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-Occupied71.3%

Property Tax

In Herreid, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death10,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access36.2%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Herreid has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.8 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,684 ft (513 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density381/sq mi
Coordinates45.8378°N, 100.0747°W
County FIPS46021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 14.4%

Winner: Republican by 70.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+85.1%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density381/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants4
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Work from Home8.7%

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