What are the schools like in Corsica, SD?

Corsica is served primarily by Corsica-Stickney 21-3. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Corsica?

The median household income in Corsica, SD is $70,294 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Corsica, SD?

Corsica has an average high temperature of 31.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 34.4 inches.

Corsica, SD Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Corsica, SD affordable or expensive?

Corsica's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Corsica is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $101,300 and the median rent is $675 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Corsica, SD?

Crime rate data for Corsica is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Corsica, SD a Good Place to Live?

Corsica is a small town of 691 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $70,294 . Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Corsica stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Corsica is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Corsica city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.6

Corsica's overall cost of living index is 87.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Corsica costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Corsica, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$101,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$675	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	73.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,294	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Corsica is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Corsica is served primarily by Corsica-Stickney 21-3. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Corsica, SD	National Avg
School District	Corsica-Stickney 21-3	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Corsica sees average highs of 31.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July, with 25.4 inches of annual precipitation and 34.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Corsica, SD
Average High — January	31.8°F
Average High — July	88.0°F
Annual Precipitation	25.4"
Annual Snowfall	34.4"

Demographics

Metric	Corsica, SD	National Avg
Population	691	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.1%	22.2%
65 and over	27.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Harrison, SD 6 mi Armour, SD 8 mi New Holland, SD 10 mi Stickney, SD 12 mi Aurora Center, SD 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Corsica

Corsica, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

57328

Corsica vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Corsica, SD affordable or expensive?

Corsica's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Corsica roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $101,300 and median rent is $675/month.

What is the crime rate in Corsica, SD?

Crime data for Corsica is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Corsica?

Public schools in Corsica are operated by Corsica-Stickney 21-3. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 22.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Corsica, SD a good place to live?

Corsica, SD has a population of 691, a median household income of $70,294, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Corsica?

Corsica averages 31.8°F in January and 88.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 25.4 inches with about 34.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Corsica?

Corsica, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 57328.

What is the population of Corsica?

The population of Corsica, South Dakota is 691 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Corsica?

Key numbers for living in Corsica: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $101,300, median household income $70,294, schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Corsica side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.