Turton, SD

South Dakota

Turton is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 43. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
43 Population 116/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $42,786 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.4%
76% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population43
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$42,786
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute19 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)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Elevation1,328 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.4%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute19 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries3

Is Turton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Turton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turton is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Turton is a highly educated community — 59.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Turton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Turton has a population of 43 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

43
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Turton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Turton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turton is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Turton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,786
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% 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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Turton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,328 ft (405 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates45.0490°N, 98.0974°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 59.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 23.0% 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+59.4%
76% above US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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