Herrick, SD

South Dakota

Herrick is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 54. Residents earn $45,500 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
54 Population 104/sq mi density
$45,500 Median Income $16,609 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,500
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans51.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,500
Per Capita$16,609
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$238M
Commute10 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Elevation2,164 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute10 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries2

Is Herrick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Herrick receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Herrick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Herrick is $45,500, 39% below the national average of $75,149. 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 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Herrick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 45.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Herrick has a population of 54 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

54
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.4%
Female 29.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Herrick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Herrick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Herrick is $45,500, which is 39% below 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 10 minutes.

Income: Herrick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,500
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,609
Avg Weekly Wage$767
IRS Avg AGI$63,663

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)230
County GDP$238M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
In Herrick, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.6% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression19.6%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate66.9%
Premature Death13,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Herrick has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall45.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,164 ft (660 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates43.1150°N, 99.1882°W
County FIPS46053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%
D 18.8%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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