Java, SD

South Dakota

Java is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 99. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
99 Population 202/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $37,979 per capita
$57,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.0%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density202/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$37,979
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty24.0%
County GDP$149M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Elevation2,078 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Java a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Java receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Java offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Java is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Java is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Java has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Java has a population of 99 with a density of 202 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

99
Total Population
202
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.3%
Female 65.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Java vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Java vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Java is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Java vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,979
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$89,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.0%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)145
County GDP$149M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare12
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Java is $57,500, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% 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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

In Java, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Checkup Rate65.6%
Premature Death4,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Java has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,078 ft (633 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density202/sq mi
Coordinates45.5038°N, 99.8839°W
County FIPS46107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.1-point margin. 72.0% 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+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density202/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants11
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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