Orland Colony, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Orland Colony is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 36.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
36 Population 71/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $14,294 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 38.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age14.0 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female81% / 19%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,294
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$406M
Commute5 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,739 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.9%
High School+66.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute5 min
Broadband2.0%

Is Orland Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orland Colony receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Orland Colony 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Orland Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Orland Colony has a population of 36 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 14.0 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

36
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
14.0yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80.6%
Female 19.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Orland Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.2%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.8%
78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Orland Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orland Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Orland Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,294
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$85,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.9 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg

Health Metrics: Orland Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Orland Colony has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,739 ft (530 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates43.8216°N, 97.1990°W
County FIPS46087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 2.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.9%
15% above US avg
High School+66.7%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access2.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.9 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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