Mansfield, SD

South Dakota

Mansfield is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 29.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 12/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,797 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,797
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain23.0 in/yr
Elevation1,285 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries3

Is Mansfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mansfield receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mansfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mansfield is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mansfield 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 23.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mansfield has a population of 29 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mansfield is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mansfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,797
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mansfield is $95,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Rate6.88%
In Mansfield, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Mansfield 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 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.0 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,285 ft (392 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates45.2465°N, 98.5582°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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