Beaver Creek, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
248 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$541 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
2
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
1
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 6 21
Mar 2 7 32
Apr 3 4 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 2 6 32
Dec 1 7 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 8%

Schools

Hills-Beaver Creek Elementary
<1 miles, S 4.6 star
Hills-Beaver Creek Secondary
6 miles, SW 3.7 star
Valley Springs Elementary - 04
6 miles, W 4.1 star

Colleges

University of Sioux Falls
20 miles, W 2.3 star
Stewart School
20 miles, W

Hospitals

Airports

Joe Foss Field
19 miles, W 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
161 miles, S 2.8 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
162 miles, N 1 star