Virgil, SD

South Dakota

Virgil is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 15. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
15 Population 15/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $22,333 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$22,333
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,236M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Elevation1,338 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries1

Is Virgil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Virgil receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Virgil stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Virgil is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 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

Virgil experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 44.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Virgil has a population of 15 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

15
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.7%
Female 73.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Virgil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Virgil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virgil is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Virgil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,333
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$68,903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)690
County GDP$1,236M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare60
Retail80
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,541
30% above US avg

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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,541
30% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Premature Death7,497/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access80.0%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Virgil has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall44.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates44.2909°N, 98.4276°W
County FIPS46005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 40.1-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.1 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 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants44
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Virgil with another city: