Hetland, SD

South Dakota

Hetland is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 10. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10 Population 91/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $38,520 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10
Median Age70.5 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$38,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$370M

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,734 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
CommuteN/A
Broadband6.0%
Libraries2

Is Hetland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hetland receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Hetland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hetland is $45,625, 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hetland is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% 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

Hetland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hetland has a population of 10 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 70.5 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

10
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
70.5yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Hetland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hetland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hetland is $45,625, 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.

Income: Hetland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,520
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$75,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)265
County GDP$370M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare17
Retail23
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.33%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hetland is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Rate7.33%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.8%
Premature Death4,945/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hetland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,734 ft (529 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates44.3772°N, 97.2347°W
County FIPS46077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants9
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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