South Dakota
Roslyn is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 174. Residents earn $44,375 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Roslyn receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Roslyn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Roslyn is $44,375, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Roslyn is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $558 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Roslyn 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 22.5 inches, including 35.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,375 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,068 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,519 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 268 |
| County GDP | $381M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,400 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.00% |
| Commute Time | 31.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.8% |
| Census Median | $77,100 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $558 |
| 52% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,400 |
| 54% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.00% |
| Obesity | 34.5% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.9% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,776/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.5 inches |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 35.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,867 ft (569 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 791/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4966°N, 97.4927°W |
| County FIPS | 46037 |
Winner: Republican by 29.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.2% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 791/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 69.0% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 38 |
| Avg Commute | 31.8 min |
| Work from Home | 14.8% |