What are the schools like in Webster, SD?

Webster is served primarily by Webster Area School District 18-5. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.0:1.

What is the median household income in Webster?

The median household income in Webster, SD is $50,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.

What is the weather like in Webster, SD?

Webster has an average high temperature of 20.4°F in January and 80.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Webster, SD affordable or expensive?

Webster's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Webster is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $115,300 and the median rent is $550 per month.

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

Webster has a violent crime rate of 129.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 239.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Webster, SD a Good Place to Live?

Webster is a small town of 1,805 in South Dakota, with a median household income of $50,500 and a 1.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

All Webster 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: 86.6

Webster's overall cost of living index is 86.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Webster costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Webster, SD	National Avg
Median Home Value	$115,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$550	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Webster's violent crime rate is 129.1 per 100,000 residents — 66% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

129.1 /100k

Property Crime

239.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Webster is served primarily by Webster Area School District 18-5. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Webster, SD	National Avg
School District	Webster Area School District 18-5	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Webster sees average highs of 20.4°F in January and 80.9°F in July, with 26.1 inches of annual precipitation and 42.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Webster, SD
Average High — January	20.4°F
Average High — July	80.9°F
Annual Precipitation	26.1"
Annual Snowfall	42.8"

Demographics

Metric	Webster, SD	National Avg
Population	1,805	—
Median Age	42.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	18.1%	22.2%
65 and over	25.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Waubay, SD 11 mi Butler, SD 11 mi Bristol, SD 11 mi Grenville, SD 11 mi Roslyn, SD 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Webster

Webster, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

57274

Webster vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Webster, SD affordable or expensive?

Webster's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Webster roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $115,300 and median rent is $550/month.

What is the crime rate in Webster, SD?

Webster's violent crime rate is 129.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 239.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Webster?

Public schools in Webster are operated by Webster Area School District 18-5. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.0:1. 19.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Webster, SD a good place to live?

Webster, SD has a population of 1,805, a median household income of $50,500, and an unemployment rate of 1.3%. 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 Webster?

Webster averages 20.4°F in January and 80.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.1 inches with about 42.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Webster?

Webster, SD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 57274.

What is the population of Webster?

The population of Webster, South Dakota is 1,805 with a median age of 42.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Webster?

Key numbers for living in Webster: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $115,300, median household income $50,500, crime index 25 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Webster side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.