Yankton

Yankton, South Dakota Overview

Yankton scores 52.4/100 overall (C+), ranking #14 of 20 cities in South Dakota — below the state composite of 81.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 75/100, while Growth lags at 38/100.

Income & Employment in Yankton

The median household income in Yankton is $69,071, 4% below the statewide median of $72,280. Population grew 0.3% recently.

Safety in Yankton

Yankton reports 352.8 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 330 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2418.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Yankton

The median home value is $202,300. Median monthly rent is $780. Renters spend 13.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Yankton

The adult obesity rate in Yankton is 38.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.6%. Residents average 14.8 poor mental health days per month. South Dakota ranks #24 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Yankton

Yankton’s high school graduation rate of 93% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio is 17:1. Per-pupil spending is $10,904. The city has 6 public schools serving 3,086 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Yankton

The annual average temperature in Yankton is 52.3°F. Summers average 74.7°F. Winters average 28.4°F. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The average commute of 11.5 minutes is notably short.

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