Raymond, SD

South Dakota

Raymond is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 51. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
51 Population 196/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $19,322 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population51
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$19,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$337M
Commute45 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Elevation1,458 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+73.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute45 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Raymond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymond receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Raymond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raymond is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Raymond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Raymond has a population of 51 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.5%), with 17.6% Hispanic, 9.8% Black.

Population

51
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.6%
Female 31.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raymond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymond is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Raymond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,322
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$72,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$337M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail14
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Premature Death4,614/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access36.6%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Raymond has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,458 ft (444 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates44.9105°N, 97.9373°W
County FIPS46025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+73.0%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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