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Sisseton, SD
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Sisseton, SD
At a Glance
How Sisseton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sisseton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sisseton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sisseton residents earn a median household income of $44,477 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,204. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 212 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sisseton is $111,900 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $204,001. Median rent is $600/month, with 24.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Sisseton reports 124 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 660/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
20.8% of adults in Sisseton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 88.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sisseton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.