Marty, SD

South Dakota

Marty is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 257. Residents earn $19,740 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
257 Population 80/sq mi density
$19,740 Median Income $12,050 per capita
N/A Home Value
$506 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$19,740 median income, 19.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$506/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,740
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $506
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 19.6%
444% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 74.0%
497% higher than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female75% / 25%
Largest GroupWhite 0%

Economy

F
Median Income$19,740
Per Capita$12,050
Unemployment19.6%
Poverty74.0%
County GDP$140M

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$506
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,447 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
CommuteN/A
Broadband66.0%
Libraries1

Is Marty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marty receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Marty offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marty is $19,740, 74% below the national average of $75,149. At 19.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 74.0% 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 $506 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%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marty experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Marty has a population of 257 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

257
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.7%
Female 25.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Marty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marty is $19,740, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 19.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 74.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Marty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,740
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,050
Avg Weekly Wage$711
IRS Avg AGI$49,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.6%
444% above US avg
Poverty Rate74.0%
497% above US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$140M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail12
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $506 (56% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$506
56% 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-Occupied40.8%

Property Tax

In Marty, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma14.1%
COPD8.8%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.3%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,953/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access1.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Marty has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,447 ft (441 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates42.9965°N, 98.4302°W
County FIPS31015
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 Republican by a 75-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.3%
D 12.3%

Winner: Republican by 75 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home13.0%

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