Oldham, SD

South Dakota

Oldham is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 98. Residents earn $29,643 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
98 Population 392/sq mi density
$29,643 Median Income $40,543 per capita
$62,000 Home Value
$388 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$29,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,000 home value, $388/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,643
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,000
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $388
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density392/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,643
Per Capita$40,543
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$370M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,000
Rent$388
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,721 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute23 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries2

Is Oldham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oldham receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Oldham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oldham is $29,643, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oldham is $62,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $388 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oldham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Oldham has a population of 98 with a density of 392 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

98
Total Population
392
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Oldham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oldham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oldham is $29,643, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Oldham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,643
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,543
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$75,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)265
County GDP$370M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare17
Retail23
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oldham is $62,000, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $388 (67% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,000
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$388
67% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,767
36% above US avg
Effective Rate7.69%
In Oldham, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death4,945/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Oldham has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,721 ft (525 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density392/sq mi
Coordinates44.2282°N, 97.3095°W
County FIPS46077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density392/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants9
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home10.8%

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