Hitchcock, SD

South Dakota

Hitchcock is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 96. Residents earn $65,625 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
96 Population 356/sq mi density
$65,625 Median Income $34,084 per capita
$53,000 Home Value
$865 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,000 home value, $865/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population96
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$34,084
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,236M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,338 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries1

Is Hitchcock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hitchcock 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. Hitchcock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hitchcock is $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hitchcock is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hitchcock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hitchcock has a population of 96 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 8.3% Hispanic.

Population

96
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.4%
Female 39.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hitchcock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hitchcock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hitchcock is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hitchcock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,625
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,084
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$68,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)690
County GDP$1,236M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare60
Retail80
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,541
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hitchcock is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,000
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% 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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,541
30% above US avg
Effective Rate8.57%
In Hitchcock, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.7% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death7,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hitchcock has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates44.6294°N, 98.4082°W
County FIPS46005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.1-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants44
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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