Lemmon, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Perkins County County
Lemmon, SD
At a Glance
How Lemmon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lemmon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lemmon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lemmon residents earn a median household income of $42,461 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,757. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 139 business establishments, including 6 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lemmon is $79,700 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $125,118. Median rent is $631/month, with 26.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Education
20.2% of adults in Lemmon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lemmon has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches.