Olivet, SD

South Dakota

Olivet is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 54. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
54 Population 386/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $39,287 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$39,287
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$555M
Commute13 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation1,251 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute13 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries4

Is Olivet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olivet receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Olivet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olivet is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Olivet 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.

Olivet has a population of 54 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

54
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.9%
Female 61.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Olivet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olivet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olivet is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Olivet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,287
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$76,127

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
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

Commute Time13.3 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
In Olivet, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death6,740/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Olivet 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

Elevation1,251 ft (381 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates43.2430°N, 97.6747°W
County FIPS46067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants16
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.3 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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