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Lead, SD
B+
Population: 2,989
Home Price: $157,800
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Overview
Lead is a small town in the state of South Dakota with a population of 2,989. Lead has a four seasons climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(C) Average
Cultural Diversity:
(D) Fair
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(D) Fair
Safety Rating:
(A) Excellent
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
17.8 minutes
Walkability:
(F) Poor
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Lead, SD
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Per Capita Income
$29,952
$28,392
$32,693
Median Household Income
$43,125
$56,701
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
5.5%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
6.7%
12.8%
10.5%
Age
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Median Age
52.5
42.1
42.3
Gender
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Male
43.4%
50.5%
49.8%
Female
56.6%
49.5%
50.2%
Race
Lead
South Dakota
United States
White
96.1%
81.3%
80.3%
Black or African American
0.0%
0.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.8%
13.3%
2.7%
Asian
0.5%
0.5%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.4%
1.0%
2.7%
Multiracial
1.8%
3.4%
5.2%
Housing Information
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Median Home Price
$157,800
$111,657
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$623
$475
$801
Family Households
38.9%
38.9%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
35.9%
35.9%
26.2%
Homeowners
62.9%
74.3%
72.9%
Renters
37.1%
25.7%
27.1%
Education
Lead
South Dakota
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
4.9%
7.1%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
37.0%
37.0%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
28.3%
19.9%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.9%
10.5%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
19.8%
13.9%
15.0%
Proficiency
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Mathematics
23.5%
44.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
45.8%
53.2%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Murder
0.0
0.6
3.0
Rape
0.0
49.0
38.0
Robbery
0.0
8.9
40.7
Assault
67.6
199.8
188.5
Property Crime
Lead
South Dakota
United States
Burglary
67.6
236.7
336.1
Theft
405.7
952.2
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
67.6
107.0
167.1
Arson
0.0
4.5
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Lead, SD
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
red wine
food wine
taco
wine bar
middle eastern
meal
salad
flavors
cafes
dessert
ice cream
cooking
dining
cafe
eatery
entertainment venue
cheese
pizza
grub
gumbo
country music
nfl
video games
gaming
soccer
mlb nfl
cfb
wrestling
football
poker
college football
nhl
pro wrestling
ufc
ncaaw
mlb
food wine
womens sports
hockey player
usmnt
inspired by
comms open
comics
nft
fanart
comic
character design
museum
kathak
cultural center
graphic design
sculpture
poster
absolute moron
collections
drawing
studio
artists
commissions
studios
video games
gaming
comics
miami dolphins
dd
books
hmfic
cubsbears
hunting
adventures
memes
fishing hunting
computers
cosplay
harleys
pokemon cards
camping
cooking baking
hobbyist
fishing
talk radio
gaming
sports
mlb nfl
pro wrestling
digital media
sports wagering
corporate
classic rock
tv
hollywood
hospitality
digital content
djs
marketing
digital marketing
podcasts
studio
studios
dining
mountain
sports
space
summer
winter
hunting
lodge
patio
pet friendly
aviation
fishing hunting
ski
dining
entertainment venue
lodging
camping
aquarium
boating
fishing
recreational
home depot
car wash
wine bar
craftmanship
stickers
gift ideas
self checkout
stocked
tees
starbucks
collections
shipping
hyvee
cafes
cafe
eatery
cashiers
merch
hardware store
preowned
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