Little Eagle, SD

South Dakota

Little Eagle is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 362. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
362 Population 259/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $4,109 per capita
N/A Home Value
$244 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 28.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $244
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 28.4%
689% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 66.1%
433% higher than US avg

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

People

Population362
Median Age20.5 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

F
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$4,109
Unemployment28.4%
Poverty66.1%
County GDP$271M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$244
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Elevation1,655 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
CommuteN/A
Broadband70.0%
Libraries3

Is Little Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Eagle receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Little Eagle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Eagle is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 66.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $244 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Eagle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Little Eagle has a population of 362 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 20.5 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (98.9%), with 1.1% White.

Population

362
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
20.5yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Eagle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Eagle is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 28.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 66.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Little Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$4,109
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$50,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.4%
689% above US avg
Poverty Rate66.1%
433% above US avg
Establishments (County)156
County GDP$271M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare17
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $244 (79% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$244
79% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied10.3%

Property Tax

In Little Eagle, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 36.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Eagle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes19.2%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma13.8%
COPD10.2%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress19.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death41,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Little Eagle has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,655 ft (504 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates45.6851°N, 100.7948°W
County FIPS46041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.8-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.2%

Winner: Democrat by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.8%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants7
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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