White Rock, SD

South Dakota

White Rock is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 13. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
13 Population 8/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $19,777 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$19,777
Unemployment0.0%
PovertyN/A
County GDP$348M

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Elevation975 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+46.2%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
CommuteN/A
Broadband4.0%
Libraries2

Is White Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. White Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Rock is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Rock is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

White Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 35.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

White Rock has a population of 13 with a density of 8 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

13
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

White Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.7%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.3%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Rock is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average).

Income: White Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,777
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$75,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)154
County GDP$348M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare10
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,440
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate24.40%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in White Rock is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,440
30% below US avg
Effective Rate24.40%

Health Metrics: White Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.3%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

White Rock has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall35.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation975 ft (297 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates45.9247°N, 96.5762°W
County FIPS27155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 4.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+46.2%
School Test Score5.45
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access4.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants5
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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