Alexandria, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
725 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$168,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$557 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$526 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hanson County
1
Mitchell Urban Area
4
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Hanson County
1
Mitchell Urban Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 18
Feb 1 7 22
Mar 2 7 34
Apr 3 5 47
May 3 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 1 8 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 19, SD State House District 19, SD
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Schools

Hanson High School - 01
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Hanson Elementary - 06
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Hanson Middle School - 02
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Mitchell Technical Institute
11 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Dakota Wesleyan University
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Dakota State University
42 miles, E • 2.3 star
Southeast Technical Institute
50 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Avera Queen of Peace
12 miles, NW • 5 star
Avera St Benedict Health Center-Cah
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
52 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
128 miles, N • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
188 miles, SW • 1 star
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