Rustic Acres Colony, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Rustic Acres Colony is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 33.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
33 Population 33/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Rustic Acres Colony Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population33
Median AgeN/A
Density33/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$406M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease3.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,743 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband0.0%

Is Rustic Acres Colony a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rustic Acres Colony receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Rustic Acres Colony stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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%.

Education

Rustic Acres Colony is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Rustic Acres Colony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Rustic Acres Colony has a population of 33 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

33
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Rustic Acres Colony vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rustic Acres Colony vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rustic Acres Colony is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rustic Acres Colony vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$85,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% above US avg
In Rustic Acres Colony, 25.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rustic Acres Colony vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease3.2%
High Blood Pressure21.3%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.8%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress8.5%

Healthcare Access

Checkup Rate63.3%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

Crime Rates: Rustic Acres Colony vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Rustic Acres Colony has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,743 ft (531 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates43.8698°N, 97.0990°W
County FIPS46087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 0.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access0.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home100.0%

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