Highmore, SD

South Dakota

Highmore is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 717. Residents earn $99,500 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
717 Population 379/sq mi density
$99,500 Median Income $35,333 per capita
$111,500 Home Value
$1,042 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,500 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,500
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population717
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,500
Per Capita$35,333
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$173M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,500
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,887 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 21%
Commute11 min
Libraries1

Is Highmore a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highmore is $99,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Highmore among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highmore is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Highmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Highmore has a population of 717 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 13.4% Hispanic.

Population

717
Total Population
379
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Highmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Highmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highmore is $99,500, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Highmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,500
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,333
Avg Weekly Wage$1,059
IRS Avg AGI$68,867

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)74
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Healthcare3
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.6 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Highmore is $111,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

In Highmore, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate73.3%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access55.9%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Highmore has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall40.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,887 ft (575 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates44.5214°N, 99.4393°W
County FIPS46069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 21.3%

Winner: Republican by 55 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.6 min
Work from Home6.2%

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