Volin, SD

South Dakota

Volin is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 135. Residents earn $110,060 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
135 Population 675/sq mi density
$110,060 Median Income $40,887 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $297,298 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,060 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,060
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density675/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,060
Per Capita$40,887
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$562M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,298

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Elevation1,200 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries3

Is Volin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Volin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Volin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Volin is $110,060, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Volin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Volin is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Volin 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.

Volin has a population of 135 with a density of 675 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

135
Total Population
675
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.7%
Female 36.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Volin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Volin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Volin is $110,060, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Volin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,060
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,887
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$77,007

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$562M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare18
Retail52
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Volin is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,298.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,298

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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,860
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Volin, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death5,345/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Volin 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

Elevation1,200 ft (366 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density675/sq mi
Coordinates42.9586°N, 97.1812°W
County FIPS31027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.45
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density675/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants17
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

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