Kranzburg, SD

South Dakota

Kranzburg is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 174. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
174 Population 229/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $34,552 per capita
$123,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,300 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$34,552
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$553M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation1,974 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute17 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Kranzburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kranzburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Kranzburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kranzburg is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kranzburg is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Kranzburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches, including 60.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Kranzburg has a population of 174 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%).

Population

174
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kranzburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.2%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.8%
145% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kranzburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kranzburg is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Kranzburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,552
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Kranzburg is $123,300, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% 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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Kranzburg, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate63.8%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Kranzburg has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall60.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,974 ft (602 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates44.8889°N, 96.9093°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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