Meckling, SD

South Dakota

Meckling is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 64.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
64 Population 320/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,014 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,014
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$562M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,153 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+72.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3

Is Meckling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meckling receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Meckling has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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%.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meckling experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Meckling has a population of 64 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

64
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.9%
Female 64.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Meckling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Meckling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meckling is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Meckling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,014
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Meckling has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates42.8401°N, 97.0672°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+72.7%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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