Hoven, SD

South Dakota

Hoven is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 341. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
341 Population 1,100/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $26,616 per capita
$88,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 14.2% income on 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
$61,250 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,800 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,800
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,100/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$26,616
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$149M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.2%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,908 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute12 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries2

Is Hoven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoven receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hoven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoven is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoven is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hoven is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

14.3% 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

Hoven has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hoven has a population of 341 with a density of 1,100 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

341
Total Population
1,100
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hoven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoven is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Hoven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,616
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$89,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)145
County GDP$149M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare12
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoven is $88,800, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,800
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

In Hoven, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death4,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities12
Hoven has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hoven has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,908 ft (582 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Coordinates45.2416°N, 99.7775°W
County FIPS46107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.1-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 65.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants11
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone61.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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