Akaska, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
79 332.4M (US)
Median Age
73.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,705 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$91,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$395 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$664 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Walworth County
3
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

Walworth County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 1 6 31
Apr 2 4 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 1 5 31
Dec 0 6 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 11%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 23, SD State House District 23, SD
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Schools

Selby Elementary - 02
13 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Selby High School - 01
13 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Selby Jr High - 03
13 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Hoven High School - 01
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Sitting Bull College
59 miles, N • 1 star
Presentation College
80 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northern State University
80 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mobridge Regional Hospital-Cah
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
83 miles, E • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
104 miles, N • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
130 miles, NE • 1 star
Rapid City Regional Airport
169 miles, W • 1.4 star
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