Mission Hill, SD

South Dakota

Mission Hill is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 182. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
182 Population 552/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $35,768 per capita
$111,500 Home Value
$900 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,500 home value, $900/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density552/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$35,768
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$562M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,500
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,183 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute20 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries3

Is Mission Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mission Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mission Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mission Hill is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mission Hill is $111,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mission Hill 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.

Mission Hill has a population of 182 with a density of 552 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
552
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mission Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mission Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mission Hill is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Mission Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,768
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% 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
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mission Hill is $111,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% 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-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Mission Hill, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mission Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.3%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mission Hill 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

Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density552/sq mi
Coordinates42.9208°N, 97.2791°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.3% 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. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density552/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Work from Home1.1%

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