South Dakota
Pollock is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 274. Residents earn $67,019 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Based on current data, Pollock receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Pollock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Pollock is $67,019, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Pollock is $80,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $721 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Pollock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.8 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $67,019 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,007 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,766 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 75 |
| County GDP | $103M |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 3 |
| Retail | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Commute Time | 10.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |
| Census Median | $80,900 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $721 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.3% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.2% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,991/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 17.8 inches |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,656 ft (505 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 856/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9005°N, 100.2885°W |
| County FIPS | 46021 |
Winner: Republican by 70.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.2% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 856/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3 |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Retail Stores | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 10.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.1% |