La Bolt, SD

South Dakota

La Bolt is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 85. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
85 Population 354/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $36,339 per capita
$57,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$36,339
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$831M
Commute36 min

Housing

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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,372 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute36 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries4

Is La Bolt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Bolt receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. La Bolt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Bolt is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Bolt is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

La Bolt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

La Bolt has a population of 85 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

85
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

La Bolt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Bolt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Bolt is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: La Bolt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$84,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare25
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Bolt 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-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate7.48%
In La Bolt, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Bolt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

La Bolt has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,372 ft (418 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates45.0490°N, 96.6752°W
County FIPS46051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants23
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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