Aberdeen Urban Area, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
42,112 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,761 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$208,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$605 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$676 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

South Dakota
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 12
Feb 1 7 17
Mar 1 6 29
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 1 6 29
Dec 0 6 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 1, SD State House District 1, SD
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Schools

Long Lake Colony Elementary - 05
8 miles, N • 3.2 star
Aberdeen Christian School, Inc
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lincoln Elementary - 08
10 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Deerfield Colony Elementary - 05
11 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Presentation College
10 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Northern State University
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Sisseton Wahpeton College
79 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Avera St Lukes
11 miles, SE • 5 star
Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen
13 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
14 miles, SE • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
97 miles, NE • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
131 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Hector International Airport
132 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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