Wagner, SD
Full City Profile · South Dakota · Charles Mix County County
Wagner, SD
At a Glance
How Wagner Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wagner's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wagner a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wagner residents earn a median household income of $47,137 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,959. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 377 business establishments, including 26 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wagner is $129,200 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $233,084. Median rent is $711/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Wagner reports 640 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,909/100K.
Education
19.7% of adults in Wagner hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wagner has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches.