St. Francis, SD

South Dakota

St. Francis is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 631. Residents earn $45,417 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
631 Population 1,753/sq mi density
$45,417 Median Income $16,744 per capita
N/A Home Value
$572 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$45,417 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$572/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,417
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.4%
63% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

How St. Francis Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population631
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density1,753/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C
Median Income$45,417
Per Capita$16,744
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$313M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$572
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease12.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation3,001 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 74%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is St. Francis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Francis receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. St. Francis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Francis is $45,417, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Francis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 40.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

St. Francis has a population of 631 with a density of 1,753 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (70%).

Population

631
Total Population
1,753
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Francis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.5%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.5%
135% above US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Francis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Francis is $45,417, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: St. Francis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,417
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,744
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$39,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)108
County GDP$313M

Business (County)

Healthcare7
Retail13

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.5 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.0%

Property Tax

In St. Francis, 52.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 46.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Francis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.4%
63% above US avg
Diabetes25.9%
Heart Disease12.1%
High Blood Pressure43.9%
Asthma15.9%
COPD16.4%
Stroke8.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity46.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress25.2%
Physical Distress25.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death34,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.3/10
Exercise Access32.4%
Healthcare Facilities7

Crime Rates: St. Francis vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

St. Francis has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall40.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,001 ft (915 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,753/sq mi
Coordinates43.1426°N, 100.9028°W
County FIPS46121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 73.9%

Winner: Democrat by 50.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.45
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,753/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.5 min
Work from Home3.3%

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