South Dakota
New Effington is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 236. Residents earn $48,558 per year, which is 35% below the national average.
Based on current data, New Effington receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Effington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in New Effington is $48,558, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 24.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in New Effington is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
New Effington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,558 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,636 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $871 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,590 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 315 |
| County GDP | $563M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.58% |
| Commute Time | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $56,700 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $525 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,300 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.58% |
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.1% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 15,878/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 8.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.8 inches |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 49.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,085 ft (331 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 908/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8576°N, 96.9150°W |
| County FIPS | 46109 |
Winner: Republican by 23 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.7% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 908/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 17.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |