Vilas, SD

South Dakota

Vilas is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 16.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16 Population 5/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $24,175 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.2%
406% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female81% / 19%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,175
Unemployment18.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$177M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Elevation1,473 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
CommuteN/A
Broadband8.0%
Libraries1

Is Vilas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vilas receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Vilas stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 18.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Vilas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Vilas has a population of 16 with a density of 5 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

16
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 81.3%
Female 18.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Vilas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vilas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vilas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 18.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Vilas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,175
Avg Weekly Wage$837
IRS Avg AGI$79,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.2%
406% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)108
County GDP$177M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail12
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied25.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate25.0%
Premature Death6,717/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities9

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Vilas has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,473 ft (449 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates44.0084°N, 97.5956°W
County FIPS46097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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