Old Elm Spring Colony, SD

South Dakota · Hutchinson County

Old Elm Spring Colony is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 45.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

45 Population 46/sq mi density
45°F Avg Temperature

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Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg

How Old Elm Spring Colony Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population45
Density46/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Housing

Zillow$289,782
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured0.0%
Smoking14.9%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

Bachelor's+
High School+
School Score5.88

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
EV Stations4
Libraries4
Old Elm Spring Colony has a population of 45 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The gender split is 0% female and 100% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

45
Total Population
2023 Census
46
People / sq mi
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish 100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S. Average

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,782. Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $2,914 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 22.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$289,782

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
In Old Elm Spring Colony, 32.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 25.8% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 20.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 21.8% report depression. 16.2% experience frequent mental distress. 0.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:823. The dentist ratio is 1:3,684. 44.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured0.0%
100% below US avg
Primary Care1:823
Dentists1:3,684
Mental Health1:2,465
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death6,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities21
Old Elm Spring Colony has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,267 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates43.4918°N, 97.8043°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHutchinson County County
Nearest AirportMitchell Municipal (MHE)
23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.3"
33% below US avg
Snowfall 36.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.97"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score47.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability17.0 / 100
Community Resilience93.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 27, 2025.

Nov 3, 2002 16 km SSW of Butte, Nebraska M4.3 120 km
Jun 4, 2021 10 km NE of Anoka, Nebraska M3.7 93 km
Oct 25, 1990 8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota M3.6 63 km
Feb 6, 1996 1 km N of Wausa, Nebraska M3.6 111 km
Jun 4, 2021 9 km ENE of Anoka, Nebraska M3.1 93 km
Jul 26, 2002 0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota M3.1 102 km
Jan 4, 2021 5 km N of Tyndall, South Dakota M3.1 50 km
Feb 7, 2014 11 km NE of Bijou Hills, South Dakota M3.0 103 km
Jul 3, 1995 9 km SSW of Fort Thompson, South Dakota M2.8 148 km
Apr 27, 2025 9 km NE of Burke, South Dakota M2.5 118 km
Jan 16, 2022 9 km NE of Plankinton, South Dakota M2.5 57 km
Mar 6, 2024 6 km SSE of Santee, Nebraska M2.5 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

565 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 357 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 18, 2014 EF4 77 km 0
Jun 24, 2003 EF4 88 km 0
May 30, 1998 EF4 30 km 6
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 76 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 60 km 0
Jun 7, 1965 EF4 59 km 1
May 5, 2007 EF3 54 km 0
Jun 24, 2003 EF3 99 km 0
Jun 24, 2003 EF3 71 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 54 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 80 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 88 km 0
May 7, 1993 EF3 42 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 69 km 0
Aug 3, 1981 EF3 58 km 0
Jun 20, 1968 EF3 25 km 0
Jun 26, 1965 EF3 58 km 0
Jun 21, 1965 EF3 60 km 0
May 24, 1965 EF3 25 km 0
Jun 5, 1962 EF3 70 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KAYLKOWSKI (1,966 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 KAYLKOWSKI 1,966 96 km
2012 SIX PACK 1,649 78 km
2023 SDLDR-HFR-FY23-RX-BROKEN ARROW UNITS B-C-D-E-G-H-I 1,185 73 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.7 in
March 32°F (0°C) 1.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.0 in
November 32°F (0°C) 0.9 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 0.6 in

Old Elm Spring Colony has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 16°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and January the driest (0.5").

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Old Elm Spring Colony is located in Hutchinson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.1% of the vote, a 57.9-point margin. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 21 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

School Test Score5.88

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyHutchinson County County

Services

Avg Download Speed73.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed62.3 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants16
Retail Stores32

Commute & Transportation

Average costs for common services in Old Elm Spring Colony. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $222 ($133-$354)
Specialist Visit $310 ($177-$487)
Urgent Care Visit $177 ($89-$310)
Emergency Room Visit $1,949 ($709-$4,430)
Dental Cleaning $115 ($66-$177)
Dental Filling $222 ($133-$354)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22-$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $66 ($44-$106)
Brake Pad Replacement $266 ($133-$443)
Tire Rotation $35 ($18-$66)
New Tires (Set of 4) $532 ($354-$886)
Battery Replacement $177 ($89-$310)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $89 ($53-$133)
Electrician (Per Hour) $80 ($44-$124)
HVAC Repair $354 ($133-$709)
HVAC System Install $6,202 ($3,544-$10,632)
Roof Repair $886 ($354-$1,772)
Roof Replacement $7,974 ($4,873-$13,290)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,329 ($443-$3,101)
Divorce (Contested) $13,290 ($4,430-$26,580)
DUI Defense $4,430 ($1,772-$8,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,329 ($709-$2,658)
Will Preparation $443 ($177-$886)
Trust Preparation $2,215 ($886-$4,430)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13-$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27-$89)
Hair Coloring (Full) $133 ($66-$222)
Manicure $22 ($13-$40)
Pedicure $35 ($22-$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $71 ($44-$115)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.63 ($2.66-$4.87)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.10 ($2.22-$4.43)
Loaf of Bread $3.37 ($2.22-$4.87)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.99 ($2.66-$5.76)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.87 ($3.54-$6.65)
Rice (per lb) $0.89 ($0.53-$1.59)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $124 ($71-$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $62 ($27-$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $62 ($35-$106)
Internet (Monthly) $62 ($35-$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27-$89)
Cable TV (Monthly) $75 ($44-$133)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $177 ($66-$443)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,772 ($1,063-$3,101)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $62 ($27-$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.09-$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $89 ($27-$222)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13-$66)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,063 ($532-$2,215)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $886 ($443-$1,772)
After-School Care (Monthly) $354 ($177-$620)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $44 ($22-$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $886 ($354-$2,215)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,075 ($4,430-$26,580)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $53 ($27-$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $89 ($44-$177)
Dog Grooming $53 ($27-$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($18-$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter $266 ($133-$443)
Cat Spay/Neuter $177 ($89-$354)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$520
Toddler$520
Preschool$494
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$433
Toddler$433
Preschool$433
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hutchinson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Wholesale Trade 366 33 $70,000 3.37
Manufacturing 346 14 $58,289 1.53
Retail Trade 243 26 $27,505 0.88
Finance & Insurance 90 18 $74,341 0.80
Construction 86 24 $66,574 0.59
Professional & Technical Services 77 26 $68,368 0.40
Other Services 64 21 $39,103 0.77
Administrative & Waste Services 52 10 $28,880 0.32
Information & Technology 10 5 $46,530 0.19
Real Estate 6 4 $19,311 0.14

National Parks Near Old Elm Spring Colony

3 national parks and monuments found near Old Elm Spring Colony.

ParkTypeFee
Missouri National Recreational River National Recreational River Free
Niobrara State Park State Park Free
Niobrara State Park State Park Free

Museums in Old Elm Spring Colony

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MITCHELL PREHISTORIC INDIAN VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3200 INDIAN VILLIAGE ROAD6059965473$174,460
MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$76,875
DAKOTA DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6059962122
ENCHANTED WORLD DOLL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM615 N MAIN6059969896
PRESERVE SOUTH DAKOTAZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
SOUKUP & THOMAS INTERNATIONAL BALLOON & AIRSHIP MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6059962311
TELSTAR MUSTANG SHELBY COBRA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6059966550

Libraries in Old Elm Spring Colony

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PARKSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY110 W MAIN ST0.014,990
HANSON-MCCOOK REGIONAL LIBRARY306 MAIN STREET0.09,350
MITCHELL PUBLIC LIBRARY221 N DUFF STREET0.05,025
HANSON COMMUNITY LIBRARY600 JUNIPER STREET0.03,920

Cell Towers in Old Elm Spring Colony

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
41010 273ROAD STREET (108158)GTOWER117
41010 273ROAD STREET (108158)GTOWER117
4 1/4 Miles North; 3/4 Mi. W. of I-90/Hwy 25 JunctionTOWER69
25636 421ST AVE (108173)LTOWER59
25636 421ST AVE (108173)LTOWER59
25636 421ST AVE (108173)LTOWER59
25636 421ST AVE (108173)LTOWER59
(North Mitchell) NW Corner of Commerce Street & West 15th AveTOWER33

Bridges in Old Elm Spring Colony

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2022562356G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1964378260F
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete197813669F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19354969P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19877645P
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete19804635P
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19822435F

Airports Near Old Elm Spring Colony

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chan Gurney Municipal AirportYKNMedium Airport
Burke Field-Small Airport
Calico Field-Small Airport
Corsica Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Dangel Airport-Small Airport
Grimm Farm Airport-Small Airport
Howard Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Ingle Airport-Small Airport
Lake Andes Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Lee Airport-Small Airport
Madison Municipal AirportXMDSmall Airport
Mettler Airport-Small Airport
Mitchell Municipal AirportMHESmall Airport
MJ Aviation Airport I-Small Airport
Nicolaisen Airport-Small Airport
Parkston Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Plihal Farms Airport-Small Airport
Springfield Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Turkey Ridge Airport-Small Airport
Wagner Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Wessington Springs Airport-Small Airport
Woolf Brothers Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Old Elm Spring Colony

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Mitchell Dept of Public Safety

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Frequently Asked Questions About Old Elm Spring Colony

What is the population of Old Elm Spring Colony?

Old Elm Spring Colony has a population of 45 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The population is 0% female and 100% male.

Is Old Elm Spring Colony expensive to live in?

Old Elm Spring Colony is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 / below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Old Elm Spring Colony?

Old Elm Spring Colony has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches, with 36.3 inches of snow.

How are the schools in Old Elm Spring Colony?

Schools in Old Elm Spring Colony score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average.

How healthy is Old Elm Spring Colony?

The obesity rate in Old Elm Spring Colony is 32.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 20.9% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 44.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:823.

What are the demographics of Old Elm Spring Colony?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Old Elm Spring Colony is 100% White. 0% of residents speak only English at home, while 100% speak Spanish. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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