Richland, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Richland is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 168. Residents earn $53,295 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 30/sq mi density
$53,295 Median Income $20,348 per capita
$206,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$53,295 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$206,800 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,295
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,800
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age22.7 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,295
Per Capita$20,348
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$2,261M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$206,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+77.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries4

Is Richland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richland is $53,295, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richland is $206,800, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Richland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Richland has a population of 168 with a density of 30 people per square mile. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

168
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richland is $53,295, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,295
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,348
Avg Weekly Wage$1,409
IRS Avg AGI$187,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)878
County GDP$2,261M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare79
Retail50
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Richland is $206,800, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,800
27% 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-Occupied58.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,271
222% above US avg
Effective Rate5.45%
In Richland, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death4,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.3%
Healthcare Facilities79

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Richland has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates42.7634°N, 96.6479°W
County FIPS46127
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+77.5%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density30/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants44
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Work from Home16.4%

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