What are the schools like in St. Francis, SD?

St. Francis is served primarily by St. Francis Indian School. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in St. Francis?

The median household income in St. Francis, SD is $39,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.9%.

What is the weather like in St. Francis, SD?

St. Francis has an average high temperature of 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.2 inches.

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

Q: What is the crime rate in St. Francis, SD?

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

Is St. Francis, SD a Good Place to Live?

St. Francis is a small town of 626 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $39,375 and a 7.9% unemployment rate.

Strengths: St. Francis stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the St. Francis metro area.

Metric	St. Francis, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$9,999	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$558	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	32.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$39,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

St. Francis is served primarily by St. Francis Indian School. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	St. Francis, SD	National Avg
School District	St. Francis Indian School	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	30.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

St. Francis sees average highs of 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July, with 22.6 inches of annual precipitation and 38.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	St. Francis, SD
Average High — January	33.1°F
Average High — July	84.7°F
Annual Precipitation	22.6"
Annual Snowfall	38.2"

Demographics

Metric	St. Francis, SD	National Avg
Population	626	—
Median Age	25.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	0.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	24.0%	6.3%
Under 18	41.5%	22.2%
65 and over	4.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Two Strike, SD 5 mi Spring Creek, SD 7 mi Rosebud, SD 8 mi Soldier Creek, SD 13 mi Kilgore, NE 14 mi

St. Francis vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Francis, SD affordable or expensive?

St. Francis has a median home value of $9,999 and median rent of $558/month against a median household income of $39,375.

What is the crime rate in St. Francis, SD?

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

What are the schools like in St. Francis?

Public schools in St. Francis are operated by St. Francis Indian School. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 30.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is St. Francis, SD a good place to live?

St. Francis, SD has a population of 626, a median household income of $39,375, and an unemployment rate of 7.9%. 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 St. Francis?

St. Francis averages 33.1°F in January and 84.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 22.6 inches with about 38.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of St. Francis?

The population of St. Francis, South Dakota is 626 with a median age of 25.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in St. Francis?

Key numbers for living in St. Francis: median home $9,999, median household income $39,375, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare St. Francis side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.