Lane, SD

South Dakota

Lane is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 25. Residents earn $95,833 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
25 Population 53/sq mi density
$95,833 Median Income $33,348 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$95,833 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,833
28% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,833
Per Capita$33,348
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$172M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Elevation1,375 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute13 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries1

Is Lane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lane receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate. Lane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lane is $95,833, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, 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 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lane has a population of 25 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

25
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Lane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lane is $95,833, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Lane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,833
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,348
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)106
County GDP$172M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare6
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.4%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lane has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,375 ft (419 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates44.0697°N, 98.4246°W
County FIPS46073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.9%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants9
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Work from Home6.7%

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