Strandburg, SD

South Dakota

Strandburg is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 79. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
79 Population 988/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $35,133 per capita
$88,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,800 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.6%
95% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density988/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$35,133
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$831M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Elevation1,676 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.6%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries4

Is Strandburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strandburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Strandburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strandburg is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strandburg is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Strandburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Strandburg has a population of 79 with a density of 988 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

79
Total Population
988
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62%
Female 38%

Race & Ethnicity

Strandburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Strandburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strandburg is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Strandburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,133
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$84,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare25
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Strandburg is $88,800, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,800
68% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%

Health Metrics: Strandburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death5,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Strandburg has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,676 ft (511 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density988/sq mi
Coordinates45.0441°N, 96.7604°W
County FIPS46051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.6%
95% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density988/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants23
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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