Peever Flats, SD

South Dakota

Peever Flats is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 107. Residents earn $28,571 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
107 Population 1,338/sq mi density
$28,571 Median Income $8,409 per capita
N/A Home Value
$529 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$529/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,571
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $529
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.0%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 63.3%
410% higher than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age15.8 yrs
Density1,338/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,571
Per Capita$8,409
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty63.3%
County GDP$563M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$529
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,221 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband29.0%
Libraries3

Is Peever Flats a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peever Flats receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Peever Flats offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peever Flats is $28,571, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 63.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $529 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Peever Flats has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 44.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Peever Flats has a population of 107 with a density of 1,338 people per square mile. The median age is 15.8 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

107
Total Population
1,338
People / sq mi
15.8yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.6%
Female 36.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Peever Flats vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Peever Flats vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peever Flats is $28,571, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 63.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Peever Flats vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,571
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,409
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$70,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate63.3%
410% above US avg
Establishments (County)315
County GDP$563M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare18
Retail40
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $529 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$529
55% 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
In Peever Flats, 50.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 37.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Peever Flats vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.0%
56% above US avg
Diabetes19.5%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma14.2%
COPD9.7%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity37.7%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death15,878/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access8.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Peever Flats has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall44.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,221 ft (372 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,338/sq mi
Coordinates45.5234°N, 96.9355°W
County FIPS46109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,338/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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