Whitehorse, SD

South Dakota

Whitehorse is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 127. Residents earn $63,214 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
127 Population 46/sq mi density
$63,214 Median Income $13,419 per capita
N/A Home Value
$603 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$63,214 median income, 28.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$603/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,214
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $603
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 28.6%
694% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

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

People

Population127
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$63,214
Per Capita$13,419
Unemployment28.6%
Poverty46.9%
County GDP$271M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$603
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.7%
Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain19.4 in/yr
Elevation1,705 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 55%
Commute28 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries3

Is Whitehorse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitehorse receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Whitehorse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitehorse is $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. At 28.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $603 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitehorse has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches, including 41.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Whitehorse has a population of 127 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (100%).

Population

127
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitehorse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitehorse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitehorse is $63,214, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 28.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Whitehorse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,214
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,419
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$50,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment28.6%
694% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg
Establishments (County)156
County GDP$271M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare17
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $603 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$603
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$784
2 Bedrooms$990
3 Bedrooms$1,295
4 Bedrooms$1,540

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied20.6%

Property Tax

In Whitehorse, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes19.3%
Heart Disease8.8%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.9%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression18.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate27.9%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death41,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Whitehorse has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.4 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall41.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,705 ft (520 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates45.2746°N, 100.9012°W
County FIPS46041
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 Democrat by a 12.8-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.2%

Winner: Democrat by 12.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.6%
School Test Score5.45
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants7
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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