Pringle, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Pringle is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 198. Residents earn $43,929 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
198 Population 825/sq mi density
$43,929 Median Income $26,076 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,929 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,929
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.4%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density825/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,929
Per Capita$26,076
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$398M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Elevation4,911 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.4%
High School+65.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute13 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries2

Is Pringle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pringle receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pringle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pringle is $43,929, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pringle is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Pringle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pringle has a population of 198 with a density of 825 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

198
Total Population
825
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pringle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pringle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pringle is $43,929, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Pringle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,929
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,076
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$84,580

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)421
County GDP$398M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare18
Retail31
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,846
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate68.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pringle is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

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-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,846
96% above US avg
Effective Rate68.47%
In Pringle, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death5,543/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Pringle has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,911 ft (1,497 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density825/sq mi
Coordinates43.6090°N, 103.5946°W
County FIPS46033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.4%
90% below US avg
High School+65.0%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density825/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants67
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Work from Home6.0%

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