Vivian, SD

South Dakota

Vivian is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 39. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
39 Population 23/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $29,533 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population39
Median Age60.0 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$29,533
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$85M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,897 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 11%
Commute21 min
Broadband24.0%

Is Vivian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vivian receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Vivian has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vivian is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

10.3% 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

Vivian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Vivian has a population of 39 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 60.0 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

39
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
60.0yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vivian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vivian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vivian is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Vivian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,533
Avg Weekly Wage$679
IRS Avg AGI$59,145

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)60
County GDP$85M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 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-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

In Vivian, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma7.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress12.6%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate65.2%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access65.2%

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Vivian has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,897 ft (578 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates43.9273°N, 100.3011°W
County FIPS46075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.7%
D 10.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Restaurants15
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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