Toronto, SD

South Dakota

Toronto is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 272. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
272 Population 877/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $29,841 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$438 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $438/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $438
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density877/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$29,841
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$438
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,998 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Toronto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toronto receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Toronto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toronto is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toronto is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $438 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Toronto has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Toronto has a population of 272 with a density of 877 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.9%).

Population

272
Total Population
877
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Toronto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.8%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.2%
58% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Toronto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toronto is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Toronto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,841
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare9
Retail16
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Toronto is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $438 (62% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$438
62% 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-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Toronto, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death7,408/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access51.0%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Toronto has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,998 ft (609 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density877/sq mi
Coordinates44.5724°N, 96.6414°W
County FIPS46039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density877/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home2.5%

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