Onaka, SD

South Dakota

Onaka is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 23.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23 Population 88/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $3,122 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median Age13.5 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$3,122
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$169M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Elevation1,860 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries1

Is Onaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onaka receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Onaka stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Onaka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches, including 47.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Onaka has a population of 23 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 13.5 years, 65% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
13.5yrs
Median Age
65% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Onaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Onaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onaka is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Onaka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$3,122
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$76,770

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$169M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare6
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home62.5%

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death5,579/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access44.8%
Healthcare Facilities6

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Onaka has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall47.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,860 ft (567 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.1912°N, 99.4647°W
County FIPS46049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.2-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 65.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants9
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home62.5%

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