Zip Code 57479

SD · Population: 599

B+
75/100
49
C
Safety
86
A
Affordability
83
A
Quality of Life
82
A
Jobs
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About Zip Code 57479

Zip code 57479 is located in South Dakota and is home to approximately 599 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 75/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

With a median household income of $92,361 and home values around $217,900, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 34.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The local job market is strong, with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$92,361
Home Value
$217,900
Rent
$910/mo
Median Age
38
College Educated
34.6%
Unemployment
1.1%
Owner-Occupied
91.3%
Rent Burden
11.8% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety49CLower crime = higher score
Affordability86ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life83AEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy82ALower unemployment = higher
Overall75B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).