Living in Richland, South Dakota

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

Richland has 107 residents with a median age of 32.1. The median household income is $130,417 (74% higher than the South Dakota median), the median home value is $208,300.

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

Richland at a glance

Population
107
Median age
32.1State: 38
Median household income
$130,417State: $75,081
Median home value
$208,300State: $257,400
Homeowners
100%
Bachelor's degree or higher
29.6%

Is Richland a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 74% higher than the South Dakota median; home values 19% lower than the state median.

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

Cost of living in Richland

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Richland the median home value is $208,300, 37% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Richland$208,300
South Dakota$257,400
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

South Dakota$946
United States$1,413

Richland median household income

The median household income in Richland is $130,417 and the income per person is $25,059. 0% of residents live below the poverty line (South Dakota: 11.9%).

Median household income

Richland$130,417
South Dakota$75,081
United States$80,734

Housing in Richland: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
21
Owner-occupied
100%
Renter-occupied
0%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1992
Average household size
5.10

Richland demographics

Population
107
Median age
32.1
Under 18
33.6%
65 and older
11.2%
Households
21
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
25.4%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White100%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

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

Education in Richland

29.6% of adults 25 and older in Richland have a bachelor's degree or higher (South Dakota: 31.9%), and 5.6% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Richland29.6%
South Dakota31.9%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Richland

Unemployment rate
0%State: 2.9%
Average commute
—State: 18 min
Work from home
21.4%
Drive alone
78.6%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

Richland vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Richland107$130,417$208,300—
Westfield123$68,125$117,500$993
Elk Point2,537$90,473$248,500—
Akron1,689$66,250$157,900$710
Burbank110$27,941——
Jefferson554$82,888$179,400—
Newcastle376$83,438$136,000$713
Ponca727$57,188$201,000$505
Vermillion11,878$50,456$219,000$764

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Living in Richland: FAQ

What is the median household income in Richland, SD?

The median household income in Richland is $130,417, 74% higher than the South Dakota median of $75,081 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in Richland?

The median home value in Richland is $208,300, compared with $257,400 in South Dakota.

Is Richland, SD a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 74% higher than the South Dakota median; home values 19% lower than the state median.

What is the median age in Richland?

The median age in Richland is 32.1 years (South Dakota: 38).

What is the unemployment rate in Richland?

The unemployment rate in Richland is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Richland?

29.6% of adults in Richland 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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