| ZIP Code | 57255 |
|---|---|
| City | New Effington |
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
| County | Roberts County |
| Area Code | 605 |
| Elevation | 1,090 ft |
| Latitude | 45.851107 |
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| Longitude | -96.947957 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 46109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs ↓ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.85 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.0% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 76% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 128 (37.5%) |
| Some College | 15 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 40 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 77 (22.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 80 (23.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,781 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $83,300 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $505/mo ↓ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 214 |
| Vacant Units | 25 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 214 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 25 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.85 |
ZIP code 57255 is located in New Effington, South Dakota, within Roberts County. With a population of 538, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.8 years. Economically, 57255 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,781 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 57255 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $83,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $505 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 57255 is majority White (53.35%). Residents are well-educated — 46.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 57% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 57255 stands at 8.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 57255 in New Effington, SD is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 538 residents, a median household income of $65,781, and a median home value of $83,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of South Dakota.