Interior, SD

South Dakota

Interior is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 53.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
53 Population 40/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,862 per capita
$114,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $114,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,862
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$107M

Housing

Home Value$114,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Elevation2,382 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband25.0%
Libraries2

Is Interior a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Interior receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Interior has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Interior is $114,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Interior experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Interior has a population of 53 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 15.1% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Interior vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Interior vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Interior is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Interior vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,862
Avg Weekly Wage$794
IRS Avg AGI$48,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg
Establishments (County)83
County GDP$107M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare3
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Interior is $114,300, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,300
59% 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-Occupied84.6%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.3%
Premature Death24,380/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment2.0/10
Exercise Access23.0%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Interior has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,382 ft (726 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates43.7273°N, 101.9833°W
County FIPS46071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.1-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.6%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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