Jackson
7.2
High score (8-10)
Jackson County borders the Badlands and Badlands National Park is within the county — that tourist draw brings some outside traffic. But Kadoka on I-90 has only around 600 people, the county has deep poverty, and the park visitors don't stay in Kadoka. An outside man finds no social traction here.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Jackson County has the Badlands as a scenic draw and I-90 access, but Kadoka is purely an interstate fuel stop. The county has a significant Native population and economic indicators that reflect the reservation-adjacent poverty of this corner of South Dakota.
Lower score (below 6)
Jackson County has deep poverty, a significant tribal population, and a county seat (Kadoka) that exists primarily as an I-90 rest stop with around 600 people. The Badlands bring tourists through but they don't stay. Social infrastructure for anyone not from here is nonexistent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Jackson, SouthDakota?
$38k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Jackson, SouthDakota?
Women marry at 26
How common is a college degree in Jackson, SouthDakota?
20% men have degree
What's the average male height in Jackson, SouthDakota?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Jackson, SouthDakota?
Local women avg 29.3