Old Elm Spring Colony, SD

South Dakota

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

45 Population 46/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
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
Median AgeN/A
Density46/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A
County GDP$555M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation1,267 ft

Education

Bachelor's+N/A
High School+N/A
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
CommuteN/A
Broadband0.0%
Libraries4

Is Old Elm Spring Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Elm Spring Colony receives an overall livability score of 0.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Old Elm Spring Colony faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Education

Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Elm Spring Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Old Elm Spring Colony has a population of 45 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

45
Total Population
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 Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Elm Spring Colony is N/A.

Income: Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$76,127

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)306
County GDP$555M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

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

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
In Old Elm Spring Colony, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death6,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Old Elm Spring Colony vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Old Elm Spring Colony has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates43.4918°N, 97.8043°W
County FIPS46067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

School Test Score5.45

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants16
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

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