What are the schools like in Isabel, SD?

Isabel is served primarily by Northwest Area Schools ED Cooperative. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in Isabel?

The median household income in Isabel, SD is $53,571 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.1%.

What is the weather like in Isabel, SD?

Isabel has an average high temperature of 26.7°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Isabel, SD affordable or expensive?

Isabel's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Isabel is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $47,500 and the median rent is $738 per month.

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

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

Is Isabel, SD a Good Place to Live?

Isabel is a small town of 188 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $53,571 and a 6.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Isabel stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Isabel is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Isabel 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: 84.6

Isabel's overall cost of living index is 84.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Isabel costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Isabel, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$47,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$738	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,571	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Isabel is served primarily by Northwest Area Schools ED Cooperative.

Metric	Isabel, SD	National Avg
School District	Northwest Area Schools ED Cooperative	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Isabel sees average highs of 26.7°F in January and 85.9°F in July, with 19.0 inches of annual precipitation and 39.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Isabel, SD
Average High — January	26.7°F
Average High — July	85.9°F
Annual Precipitation	19.0"
Annual Snowfall	39.2"

Demographics

Metric	Isabel, SD	National Avg
Population	188	—
Median Age	36.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.9%	22.2%
65 and over	13.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Timber Lake, SD 18 mi Green Grass, SD 18 mi Dupree, SD 25 mi Lantry, SD 26 mi Whitehorse, SD 27 mi

ZIP Codes in Isabel

Isabel, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

57633

Isabel vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isabel, SD affordable or expensive?

Isabel's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Isabel roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $47,500 and median rent is $738/month.

What is the crime rate in Isabel, SD?

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

What are the schools like in Isabel?

Public schools in Isabel are operated by Northwest Area Schools ED Cooperative. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 12.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Isabel, SD a good place to live?

Isabel, SD has a population of 188, a median household income of $53,571, and an unemployment rate of 6.1%. 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 Isabel?

Isabel averages 26.7°F in January and 85.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 19.0 inches with about 39.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Isabel?

Isabel, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 57633.

What is the population of Isabel?

The population of Isabel, South Dakota is 188 with a median age of 36.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Isabel?

Key numbers for living in Isabel: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $47,500, median household income $53,571. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Isabel side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.