Ramona, SD

South Dakota

Ramona is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 427. Residents earn $76,042 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
427 Population 1,581/sq mi density
$76,042 Median Income $39,382 per capita
$92,900 Home Value
$663 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,042 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,900 home value, $663/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,042
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population427
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,581/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,042
Per Capita$39,382
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$934M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,900
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation1,812 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+72.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute17 min
Libraries1

Is Ramona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ramona receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ramona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ramona is $76,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ramona is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 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.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ramona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Ramona has a population of 427 with a density of 1,581 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.9%), with 16.6% Hispanic.

Population

427
Total Population
1,581
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.1%
Female 26.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ramona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.0%
26% below US avg
Spanish42.0%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ramona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ramona is $76,042, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Ramona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,042
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,382
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$85,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$934M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare30
Retail42
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ramona is $92,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,900
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied77.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,037
72% above US avg
Effective Rate6.50%
In Ramona, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death6,000/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ramona has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,812 ft (552 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,581/sq mi
Coordinates44.1199°N, 97.2154°W
County FIPS46079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+72.4%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,581/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants36
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home0.8%

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