Twin Brooks, SD

South Dakota

Twin Brooks is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 35. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
35 Population 85/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $34,063 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans32.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$34,063
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$831M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,259 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+81.3%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4

Is Twin Brooks a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Brooks is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin Brooks is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Twin Brooks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Twin Brooks has a population of 35 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

35
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Brooks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Twin Brooks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Brooks is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Twin Brooks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,063
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$84,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare25
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Brooks is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% 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-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate5.73%

Health Metrics: Twin Brooks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Premature Death5,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Twin Brooks has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,259 ft (384 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates45.2090°N, 96.7855°W
County FIPS46051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+81.3%
School Test Score5.45
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants23
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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