Nunda, SD

South Dakota

Nunda is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 43.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
43 Population 43/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,009 per capita
$113,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans35.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,009
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$934M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$113,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation1,748 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries1

Is Nunda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nunda receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Nunda 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%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nunda is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nunda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Nunda has a population of 43 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

43
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.5%
Female 60.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Nunda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nunda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nunda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Nunda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,009
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$85,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$934M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare30
Retail42
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nunda is $113,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,000/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Nunda has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,748 ft (533 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates44.1599°N, 97.0194°W
County FIPS46079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants36
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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