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Jefferson, SD
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Jefferson, SD
At a Glance
How Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jefferson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jefferson residents earn a median household income of $81,149 , which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,917. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 504 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jefferson is $177,900 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $381,889. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Jefferson reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 186/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
24.8% of adults in Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 291 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.