What are the schools like in Ipswich, SD?

Ipswich is served primarily by Ipswich Public School District 22-6. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Ipswich?

The median household income in Ipswich, SD is $81,406 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.4%.

What is the weather like in Ipswich, SD?

Ipswich has an average high temperature of 23.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 33.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Ipswich, SD affordable or expensive?

Ipswich's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ipswich is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $154,700 and the median rent is $982 per month.

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

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

Is Ipswich, SD a Good Place to Live?

Ipswich is a small town of 1,170 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $81,406 and a 1.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Ipswich 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 Ipswich is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ipswich 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: 92.7

Ipswich's overall cost of living index is 92.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ipswich costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ipswich, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$154,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$982	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$81,406	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Ipswich is served primarily by Ipswich Public School District 22-6. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ipswich, SD	National Avg
School District	Ipswich Public School District 22-6	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ipswich sees average highs of 23.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July, with 20.2 inches of annual precipitation and 33.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ipswich, SD
Average High — January	23.5°F
Average High — July	83.7°F
Annual Precipitation	20.2"
Annual Snowfall	33.7"

Demographics

Metric	Ipswich, SD	National Avg
Population	1,170	—
Median Age	35.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	25.8%	22.2%
65 and over	19.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Ipswich vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ipswich, SD affordable or expensive?

Ipswich's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ipswich roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $154,700 and median rent is $982/month.

What is the crime rate in Ipswich, SD?

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

What are the schools like in Ipswich?

Public schools in Ipswich are operated by Ipswich Public School District 22-6. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 21.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ipswich, SD a good place to live?

Ipswich, SD has a population of 1,170, a median household income of $81,406, and an unemployment rate of 1.4%. 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 Ipswich?

Ipswich averages 23.5°F in January and 83.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.2 inches with about 33.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Ipswich?

The population of Ipswich, South Dakota is 1,170 with a median age of 35.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ipswich?

Key numbers for living in Ipswich: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $154,700, median household income $81,406, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ipswich side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.