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Jefferson Local Guide

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Living in Jefferson, SD

Jefferson is a small town in South Dakota with a population of slightly less than 1,000. The town's population, at an average age of just under 40, is slightly older compared to other municipalities in South Dakota, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the town, and 88% of residents own their homes. Renting remains an affordable option, though, as the town boasts a relatively low average rent of $628/month. Over the course of a year, renters in Jefferson will save around $1,500 compared to the state average.

With an average commute time of about 25 minutes, slower than most cities in the state, Jefferson residents know that it takes some patience traveling to work. Driving a car or truck is the typical mode of getting to work, opted for by 53% of commuters, while public transit is not used. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

Jefferson has a relatively large concentration of residents over the age of 25 who have earned a Bachelor's or Associate's degree (24%) compared to the national average (19%). Additionally, 3% have earned a Master's or Doctoral degree. There are three primary industries in Jefferson: manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 31% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's residents work in transportation, making it the top career path in the town. With an average annual income of around $73K, Jefferson workers earn more than their peers elsewhere in the state. However, Jefferson's average income is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345.