Peever, SD

South Dakota

Peever is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 126. Residents earn $41,875 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
126 Population 1,050/sq mi density
$41,875 Median Income $15,691 per capita
$37,500 Home Value
$566 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$41,875 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,500 home value, $566/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,875
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,500
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $566
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.2%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.0%
150% higher than US avg

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

People

Population126
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density1,050/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$41,875
Per Capita$15,691
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$563M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,500
Rent$566
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,201 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries3

Is Peever a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peever receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Peever has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peever is $41,875, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peever is $37,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $566 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Peever 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 has a population of 126 with a density of 1,050 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (68.3%), with 31.7% White.

Population

126
Total Population
1,050
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Peever vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peever vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peever is $41,875, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Peever vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,875
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,691
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$70,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.0%
150% 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
Effective Tax Rate11.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Peever is $37,500, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $566 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,500
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$566
51% 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-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate11.47%
In Peever, 48.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.2%
50% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma13.5%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.5%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death15,878/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Peever 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

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Coordinates45.5422°N, 96.9561°W
County FIPS46109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 37.6%

Winner: Republican by 23 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants21
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home6.8%

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