Horse Creek, SD

South Dakota

Horse Creek is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 205.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
205 Population 216/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $3,460 per capita
N/A Home Value
$358 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $358
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.8%
367% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 85.2%
587% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age15.7 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,460
Unemployment16.8%
Poverty85.2%
County GDP$71M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
Rent$358
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation2,003 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+45.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute17 min
Broadband36.0%

Is Horse Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horse Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Horse Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 85.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $358 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Horse Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches, including 49.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Horse Creek has a population of 205 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 15.7 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%), with 2% Asian.

Population

205
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
15.7yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Horse Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Horse Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horse Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 16.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 85.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Horse Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,460
Avg Weekly Wage$709
IRS Avg AGI$41,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.8%
367% above US avg
Poverty Rate85.2%
587% above US avg
Establishments (County)44
County GDP$71M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $358 (69% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$358
69% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied19.4%

Property Tax

In Horse Creek, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horse Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes19.9%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma14.0%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.3%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death32,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Horse Creek has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall49.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,003 ft (611 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates43.5330°N, 100.7419°W
County FIPS46095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.1-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+45.3%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Restaurants4
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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