Madison

Madison, South Dakota Overview

Madison scores 53.5/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in South Dakota — below the state composite of 81.8. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 91/100, while Growth lags at 33/100.

Income & Employment in Madison

The median household income in Madison is $62,180, 14% below the statewide median of $72,280. Population declined 0.2%.

Safety in Madison

At 164.9 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Madison sits meaningfully below the South Dakota average of 330 — a 100% lower gap. The property crime rate is 725.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Madison

Madison has a cost of living index of 95.8 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $191,400. Median monthly rent is $874. Renters spend 16.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Madison

The adult obesity rate in Madison is 31.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.3%. Residents report an average of 15.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Madison

The high school graduation rate in Madison is 67.9%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 14.8:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,849. The city has 4 public schools serving 1,217 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Madison

The annual average temperature in Madison is 51.1°F. Summers average 74°F. Winters average 27.1°F. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. The average commute of 11 minutes is notably short.

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