Wetonka, SD

South Dakota

Wetonka is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 14.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
14 Population 56/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $8,171 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 60.0%
78% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$8,171
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,155M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Elevation1,470 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
CommuteN/A
Broadband2.0%
Libraries3

Is Wetonka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wetonka receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Wetonka stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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

Wetonka is a highly educated community — 60.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Wetonka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Wetonka has a population of 14 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

14
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wetonka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wetonka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wetonka is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wetonka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$8,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$88,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,522
County GDP$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare124
Retail163
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% 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-Occupied0.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,536
87% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate50.0%
Premature Death6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities124

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Wetonka has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,470 ft (448 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates45.6242°N, 98.7717°W
County FIPS46013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 60.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 2.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.0%
78% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access2.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants102
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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