Living in Marty, South Dakota

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Marty · Census data 2020–2024

Marty has 305 residents with a median age of 27.5. The median household income is $18,693 (75% lower than the South Dakota median), the median rent is $537/month.

Marty is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Marty at a glance

Population
305
Median age
27.5State: 38
Median household income
$18,693State: $75,081
Median rent
$537/moState: $946
Homeowners
20.6%
Bachelor's degree or higher
0%

Is Marty a good place to live?

Cons: Median household income 75% lower than the South Dakota median; unemployment of 49.1%; a poverty rate of 77.4%.

The weather is best in May–June and August–September.

Cost of living in Marty

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Marty the median home value is —. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, which is 30.8% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.

Median home value

South Dakota$257,400
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

Marty$537
South Dakota$946
United States$1,413

Marty median household income

The median household income in Marty is $18,693 and the income per person is $7,569. 77.4% of residents live below the poverty line (South Dakota: 11.9%).

Median household income

Marty$18,693
South Dakota$75,081
United States$80,734

Housing in Marty: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
107
Owner-occupied
20.6%
Renter-occupied
79.4%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1976
Average household size
2.85

Marty demographics

Population
305
Median age
27.5
Under 18
16.7%
65 and older
14.8%
Households
107
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White0%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Marty ›

Education in Marty

0% of adults 25 and older in Marty have a bachelor's degree or higher (South Dakota: 31.9%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Marty0%
South Dakota31.9%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Marty

Unemployment rate
49.1%State: 2.9%
Average commute
—State: 18 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
77.2%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
22.8%
Homes with broadband
81.3%

Marty vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Marty305$18,693—$537
Pickstown275$87,188$287,500$850
Wagner1,529$47,462$136,000$684
Lynch137$38,214$54,100—
Lake Andes901$47,500$58,800$762
Dante120$106,250$170,800—
Spencer312$58,667$82,500$713
Avon704$62,361$107,600$594

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Living in Marty: FAQ

What is the median household income in Marty, SD?

The median household income in Marty is $18,693, 75% lower than the South Dakota median of $75,081 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How much is rent in Marty?

The median gross rent in Marty is $537 per month, about 30.8% of household income.

Is Marty, SD a good place to live?

Minuses: median household income 75% lower than the South Dakota median; unemployment of 49.1%; a poverty rate of 77.4%.

What is the median age in Marty?

The median age in Marty is 27.5 years (South Dakota: 38).

What is the unemployment rate in Marty?

The unemployment rate in Marty is 49.1% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Marty?

0% of adults in Marty have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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