Tolstoy, SD

South Dakota

Tolstoy is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 67. Residents earn $86,875 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
67 Population 372/sq mi density
$86,875 Median Income $55,606 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,875
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.5%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans36.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,875
Per Capita$55,606
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$149M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation1,938 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.5%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute30 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries2

Is Tolstoy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tolstoy receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Tolstoy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tolstoy is $86,875, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tolstoy has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Tolstoy has a population of 67 with a density of 372 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
372
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tolstoy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tolstoy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tolstoy is $86,875, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Tolstoy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,875
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,606
Avg Weekly Wage$890
IRS Avg AGI$89,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)145
County GDP$149M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare12
Retail16

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home16.2%

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-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Premature Death4,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Tolstoy has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.2 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,938 ft (591 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates45.2081°N, 99.6140°W
County FIPS46107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 45.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.1-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.6%
D 16.5%

Winner: Republican by 65.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.5%
35% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants11
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home16.2%

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