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McLaughlin, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Campbell County County
McLaughlin, SD
At a Glance
How McLaughlin Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows McLaughlin's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is McLaughlin a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
McLaughlin residents earn a median household income of $66,607 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,126. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% (192% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 75 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in McLaughlin is $60,200 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,018. Median rent is $883/month, with 22.5% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
McLaughlin reports 226 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,317/100K.
Education
28.2% of adults in McLaughlin hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
McLaughlin has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.