The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 57380 sells for about $136,000, or $87 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 112 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $850 a month.
ZIP 57380 — Wagner
The housing market in ZIP 57380 is stable, characterized by low inventory and modest price appreciation consistent with rural South Dakota trends. Market activity is driven by local demand rather than speculative investment, resulting in a slow but steady pace of sales. Figures for active listings and price cuts are based on local market observations, as specific ZCTA-level portal reports are not published.
This ZIP is best suited for local families, retirees, and workers seeking an affordable, small-town lifestyle with a low cost of living compared to larger urban centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 112 days on market with 4.7 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 14.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 57380, Charles Mix County SD
Crime rates in Wagner are generally low and consistent with rural South Dakota trends, with no significant spikes reported in recent regional assessments.
The area is served by the Wagner Community School District, which provides standard public education services for the local population.
The region faces typical Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds; flood risk is generally localized to specific low-lying areas near water bodies.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local agriculture, public services, and small-scale retail, with limited large-scale industrial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (South Dakota) — Property Tax Assessment and Levy: Property is assessed at full and true market value, then equalized to 85% of that value to determine the taxable value. State (South Dakota) — Property Tax Discretionary Formula: Provides a tax break on the assessed value of new structures or additions for up to five or seven years, at the discretion of the county commissioners.
Commutes are primarily local within Wagner or to nearby towns in Charles Mix County, with most residents driving personal vehicles for their daily travel.
Local amenities include community parks, nearby access to outdoor recreation areas in Charles Mix County, and basic local shopping and dining options.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and steady demand, with most units serving local workers and families; short-term rental presence is minimal.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, healthcare services, and local government, with a focus on serving the surrounding rural community.
Transportation is almost exclusively reliant on private vehicles, with no significant public transit infrastructure serving the area.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in the immediate ZIP area.
The Charles Mix County assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to determine taxable values annually.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Wagner School District, Charles Mix County, and local municipal taxing authorities.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, which are common in South Dakota.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year tables for ZCTA 57380.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Local green space for community gatherings and recreation.
Regional destination for fishing, boating, and camping located within driving distance.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.