Ravinia, SD

South Dakota

Ravinia is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 53. Residents earn $29,167 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
53 Population 212/sq mi density
$29,167 Median Income $14,247 per capita
$63,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$29,167 median income, 14.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,300 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,167
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density212/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,167
Per Capita$14,247
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$600M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Elevation1,500 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+80.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute11 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries4

Is Ravinia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ravinia receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ravinia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ravinia is $29,167, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.5% 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.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ravinia is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ravinia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Ravinia has a population of 53 with a density of 212 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (67.9%), with 32.1% White.

Population

53
Total Population
212
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ravinia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ravinia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ravinia is $29,167, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Ravinia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,167
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,247
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$66,614

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$600M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare26
Retail52
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ravinia is $63,300, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,300
78% 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-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,700
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.85%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.9%
Premature Death16,779/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access37.4%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Ravinia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,500 ft (457 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density212/sq mi
Coordinates43.1365°N, 98.4269°W
County FIPS46023
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 42.9-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 42.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+80.4%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density212/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants26
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.1 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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