Economy & Jobs — Ortley, South Dakota
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $31,806 |
| Estimated 2026 | ~$44,200 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,465 |
| Poverty Rate | 47.9% |
| Unemployment Rate | 12.0% |
| In Labor Force | 26 |
Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
| Agriculture | 35.3% |
| Education Healthcare | 23.5% |
| Retail | 17.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
| Full Service Restaurants | 8 |
| Gas Stations | 7 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Commercial Banks | 5 |
| General Merchandise | 4 |
| Bars | 4 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.