Utica, SD

South Dakota

Utica is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 54. Residents earn $49,167 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
54 Population 208/sq mi density
$49,167 Median Income $35,019 per capita
$56,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,167
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density208/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$35,019
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$284M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,366 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries4

Is Utica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Utica receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Utica offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Utica is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Utica is $56,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Utica experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Utica has a population of 54 with a density of 208 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.5%), with 20.4% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

54
Total Population
208
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Utica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.7%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Utica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Utica is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Utica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,019
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$66,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$284M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare21
Retail33
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Utica is $56,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,000
80% 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-Occupied84.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,600
3% above US avg
Effective Rate6.43%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.6%
Premature Death7,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access68.5%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Utica has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall38.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,366 ft (416 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density208/sq mi
Coordinates42.9811°N, 97.4967°W
County FIPS46009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density208/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants11
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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