Spring Creek, SD

South Dakota

Spring Creek is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 337. Residents earn $40,278 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
337 Population 33/sq mi density
$40,278 Median Income $11,727 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$40,278 median income, 24.5% unemployment
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,278
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.0%
65% higher than US avg
Unemployment 24.5%
581% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.6%
381% higher than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density33/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 3%

Economy

F
Median Income$40,278
Per Capita$11,727
Unemployment24.5%
Poverty59.6%
County GDP$143M
Commute11 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity53.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease10.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Elevation2,669 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+57.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute11 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Spring Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Spring Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Creek is $40,278, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 24.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 59.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Spring Creek has a population of 337 with a density of 33 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.7%), with 3.3% White.

Population

337
Total Population
33
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
10.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.5%
Female 36.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only6.1%
92% below US avg
Spanish93.9%
601% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Creek is $40,278, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 24.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 59.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Spring Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,278
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,727
Avg Weekly Wage$818
IRS Avg AGI$42,858

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment24.5%
581% above US avg
Poverty Rate59.6%
381% above US avg
Establishments (County)98
County GDP$143M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare7
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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

Owner-Occupied54.9%

Property Tax

In Spring Creek, 53.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 47.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.0%
65% above US avg
Diabetes25.3%
Heart Disease10.5%
High Blood Pressure43.1%
Asthma17.2%
COPD16.8%
Stroke7.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity47.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress26.2%
Physical Distress26.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death21,695/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access51.8%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Spring Creek has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,669 ft (814 m)
Area10.4 sq mi (26.9 km²)
Population Density33/sq mi
Coordinates43.1154°N, 101.0307°W
County FIPS46007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.4-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+57.6%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density33/sq mi
Total Area10.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants4
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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