Tea

Tea, South Dakota Overview

Tea ranks #1 of 20 cities in South Dakota, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 65.6/100. The city stands out in Safety (92/100) and Growth (81/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Tea

The median household income in Tea is $104,643, 45% above the statewide median of $72,280. Population grew 4.6% recently.

Safety in Tea

Tea’s violent crime rate of 104.8 per 100,000 is well below both the South Dakota rate of 330 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1192.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Tea

The median home value is $305,300. Median monthly rent is $1,113. Renters spend 12.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Tea

The adult obesity rate in Tea is 35.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 6.3%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Tea

Tea’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 17.6:1. Per-pupil spending of $9,842 falls below the national median. The city has 4 public schools serving 2,146 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Tea

The annual average temperature in Tea is 51.8°F. Summers average 74.3°F. Winters average 27.9°F. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The average commute of 16.7 minutes is notably short.

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