Rockham, SD

South Dakota

Rockham is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 27.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
27 Population 54/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,715 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Unemployment 19.0%
428% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,715
Unemployment19.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$549M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,399 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries2

Is Rockham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockham receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Rockham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 19.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockham has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Rockham has a population of 27 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

27
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rockham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 19.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rockham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,715
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$81,400

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment19.0%
428% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare19
Retail29
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,333
33% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Premature Death8,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Rockham has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,399 ft (426 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates44.9043°N, 98.8234°W
County FIPS46115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 29.3%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants14
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone40.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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