New Witten, SD

South Dakota

New Witten is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 66. Residents earn $37,900 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
66 Population 236/sq mi density
$37,900 Median Income $24,605 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$37,900 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,900
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age67.5 yrs
Density236/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,900
Per Capita$24,605
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$71M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation1,978 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+77.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
CommuteN/A
Broadband53.0%

Is New Witten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Witten receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Witten has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Witten is $37,900, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Witten experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

New Witten has a population of 66 with a density of 236 people per square mile. The median age is 67.5 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

66
Total Population
236
People / sq mi
67.5yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Witten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Witten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Witten is $37,900, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: New Witten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,900
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,605
Avg Weekly Wage$709
IRS Avg AGI$41,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)44
County GDP$71M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home3.6%

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-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

Health Metrics: New Witten vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Premature Death32,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

New Witten has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density236/sq mi
Coordinates43.4406°N, 100.0820°W
County FIPS46095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.1-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+77.8%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density236/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Restaurants4
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home3.6%

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