South Dakota
Selby is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 642. Residents earn $40,882 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Selby receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Selby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Selby is $40,882, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Selby is $104,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $532 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Selby is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 460 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Selby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches, including 33.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,882 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,241 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $899 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,903 |
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 252 |
| County GDP | $319M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 15 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,575 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.41% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
| Census Median | $104,800 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $122,187 |
| Census Median Rent | $532 |
| 54% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.5% |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,575 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.41% |
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,035/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 460.1/100K |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 153.4/100K |
| Theft | 306.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 43.7°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 19.2 inches |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 33.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,895 ft (578 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 904/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5057°N, 100.0329°W |
| County FIPS | 46129 |
Winner: Republican by 59.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.6% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 904/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 82.8% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 15 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 47 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |