Stratford, SD

South Dakota

Stratford is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 50. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
50 Population 200/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $55,090 per capita
$69,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,200 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,200
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$55,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation1,300 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3

Is Stratford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stratford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Stratford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stratford is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stratford is $69,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Stratford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stratford has a population of 50 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

50
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Stratford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stratford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stratford is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Stratford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,090
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stratford is $69,200, 75% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,200
75% 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)$6,536
87% above US avg
Effective Rate9.45%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Stratford has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,300 ft (396 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates45.3174°N, 98.3043°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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