South Dakota
Oacoma is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 505. Residents earn $70,250 per year, which is 7% below the national average.
Based on current data, Oacoma 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, high health insurance coverage. Oacoma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Oacoma is $70,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Oacoma is $165,800, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Oacoma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 95.9% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,250 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,371 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $791 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,910 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 256 |
| County GDP | $336M |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Commute Time | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |
| Census Median | $165,800 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $847 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.2% |
| Obesity | 34.7% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.5% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,506/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.4 inches |
| 46% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,376 ft (419 m) |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 192/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8045°N, 99.3661°W |
| County FIPS | 46015 |
Winner: Republican by 42.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 192/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 41 |
| Avg Commute | 14.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.5% |