Prairie City, SD

South Dakota

Prairie City is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 18.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
18 Population 13/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$176M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Elevation2,853 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Prairie City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prairie City receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Prairie City 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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Prairie City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Prairie City has a population of 18 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

18
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.8%
Female 72.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Prairie City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only27.3%
65% below US avg
Spanish72.7%
443% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Prairie City vs U.S. Average

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

Income: Prairie City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$55,867

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)139
County GDP$176M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare18
Retail21
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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: Prairie City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,534/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access50.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Prairie City has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,853 ft (870 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates45.5361°N, 102.8171°W
County FIPS46105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.4%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density13/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants6
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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