South Dakota
Ward is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 54. Residents earn $87,788 per year, which is 17% above the national average.
Based on current data, Ward receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ward stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Ward is $87,788, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Ward is $155,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Ward has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $87,788 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,333 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,655 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 399 |
| County GDP | $988M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 25 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,720 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| Commute Time | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $155,800 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,720 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
| Insurance Rate | 67.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,687/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.6 inches |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,755 ft (535 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1548°N, 96.4626°W |
| County FIPS | 27117 |
Winner: Republican by 48.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.6% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.45 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 186/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 13.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 25 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 52 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |