Roslyn, SD

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.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
174 Population 791/sq mi density
$44,375 Median Income $24,068 per capita
$77,100 Home Value
$558 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $558/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,375
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $558
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density791/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,375
Per Capita$24,068
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$381M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$558
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation1,867 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+71.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries2

Is Roslyn a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Roslyn has a population of 174 with a density of 791 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 21.8% Hispanic.

Population

174
Total Population
791
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Roslyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Roslyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roslyn is $44,375, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Roslyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,375
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,068
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$83,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)268
County GDP$381M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare20
Retail38
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Roslyn is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $558 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$558
52% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,400
54% above US avg
Effective Rate7.00%
In Roslyn, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death6,776/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Roslyn 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 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall35.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,867 ft (569 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density791/sq mi
Coordinates45.4966°N, 97.4927°W
County FIPS46037
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 29.9-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 29.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+71.3%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density791/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants25
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home14.8%

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