Tripp, SD

South Dakota

Tripp is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 563. Residents earn $57,727 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
563 Population 954/sq mi density
$57,727 Median Income $32,740 per capita
$68,000 Home Value
$341 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$57,727 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $341/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,727
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,000
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $341
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population563
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density954/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,727
Per Capita$32,740
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$555M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$341
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property484/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary161/100K

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation1,560 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Tripp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tripp receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tripp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tripp is $57,727, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tripp is $68,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $341 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Tripp is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 484 per 100,000, 75% below the national average.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Tripp experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Tripp has a population of 563 with a density of 954 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

563
Total Population
954
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tripp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tripp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tripp is $57,727, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tripp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,727
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,740
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$76,127

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$555M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tripp is $68,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $341 (71% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$341
71% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$641
1 Bedroom$708
2 Bedrooms$929
3 Bedrooms$1,251
4 Bedrooms$1,438

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,914
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Tripp, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death6,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities21
Tripp has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 484 per 100,000 (75% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property483.9/100K
75% below US avg
Burglary161.3/100K
Theft161.3/100K
Vehicle Theft161.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Tripp has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,560 ft (475 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density954/sq mi
Coordinates43.2254°N, 97.9658°W
County FIPS46067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density954/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants16
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home8.6%

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