Wood, SD

South Dakota

Wood is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 55. Residents earn $34,375 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
55 Population 220/sq mi density
$34,375 Median Income $20,015 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,375
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 40.0%
223% higher than US avg

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

People

Population55
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density220/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans43.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$20,015
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty40.0%
County GDP$71M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain20.5 in/yr
Elevation2,147 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.45

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband31.0%

Is Wood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wood receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wood has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wood is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 40.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Wood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.5 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Wood has a population of 55 with a density of 220 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (69.1%), with 30.9% White.

Population

55
Total Population
220
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Wood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wood is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 40.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Wood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,375
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,015
Avg Weekly Wage$709
IRS Avg AGI$41,545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate40.0%
223% above US avg
Establishments (County)44
County GDP$71M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
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-Occupied45.2%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Premature Death32,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.1/10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Wood has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.5 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,147 ft (654 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density220/sq mi
Coordinates43.4971°N, 100.4802°W
County FIPS46095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.1-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.45
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density220/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Restaurants4
Retail Stores5

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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