Winfred, SD

South Dakota · Metropolitan Area

Winfred is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 29.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
29 Population 29/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,897 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans46.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,897
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$406M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Elevation1,717 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+58.6%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Broadband22.0%

Is Winfred a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winfred receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Winfred has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Winfred has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Winfred has a population of 29 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Winfred vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Winfred vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winfred 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: Winfred vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,897
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$85,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail22
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,817
38% 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)$4,817
38% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,584/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Winfred has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,717 ft (523 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates43.9988°N, 97.3616°W
County FIPS46087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+58.6%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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