Running Water, SD

South Dakota

Running Water is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 80.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
80 Population 38/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,520 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age76.0 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$874M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,418 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute16 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries6

Is Running Water a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Running Water receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Running Water offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Running Water is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

31.3% 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

Running Water experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 36.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Running Water has a population of 80 with a density of 38 people per square mile. The median age is 76.0 years, 95% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

80
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
76.0yrs
Median Age
95% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Running Water vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Running Water vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Running Water is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Running Water vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,520
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$63,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$874M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare20
Retail41
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate24.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Running Water is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
Effective Rate24.00%

Health Metrics: Running Water vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Premature Death8,014/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Running Water has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall36.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,418 ft (432 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates42.7822°N, 97.9817°W
County FIPS31107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants18
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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