Huron

Huron, South Dakota Overview

Huron faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (49.8/100) and ranking #19 of 20 cities in South Dakota. Even so, the city scores 80/100 in Safety — a relative bright spot compared to its Economy score of 32/100.

Income & Employment in Huron

Huron’s median income of $51,556 is 29% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.4% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents.

Safety in Huron

At 185.4 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Huron sits meaningfully below the South Dakota average of 330 — a 78% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2053.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Huron

The median home value is $164,700. Median monthly rent is $839. Renters spend 19.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Huron

The adult obesity rate in Huron is 35.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.6%. Residents report an average of 15.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Huron

Huron has a high school graduation rate of 77%. The student-teacher ratio is 17:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,082. The city has 7 public schools serving 2,921 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Huron

The annual average temperature in Huron is 50.8°F. Summers average 73.8°F. Winters average 26.8°F. Annual precipitation is 34 inches. The average commute of 11.9 minutes is notably short.

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