Oelrichs, SD

South Dakota

Oelrichs is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 187. Residents earn $72,212 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
187 Population 505/sq mi density
$72,212 Median Income $33,540 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$72,212 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,212
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,212
Per Capita$33,540
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$372M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation3,364 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries2

Is Oelrichs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oelrichs receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Oelrichs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oelrichs is $72,212, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oelrichs is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oelrichs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 43.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Oelrichs has a population of 187 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.1%), with 18.2% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
505
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oelrichs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oelrichs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oelrichs is $72,212, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Oelrichs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,212
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,540
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$65,283

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)352
County GDP$372M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare18
Retail35
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oelrichs is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% 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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Rate6.73%
In Oelrichs, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate69.2%
Premature Death12,519/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Oelrichs has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.9 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall43.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,364 ft (1,025 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density505/sq mi
Coordinates43.1820°N, 103.2334°W
County FIPS46047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density505/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants37
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

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