Blackhawk, SD

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 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,805 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,934 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$859 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Meade County
3
Rapid City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Meade County
3
Rapid City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 24
Feb 0 7 26
Mar 1 10 33
Apr 2 10 42
May 4 1 50
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 2 3 45
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 0 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 7%

Schools

Black Hawk Elementary - 03
<1 miles, E 1.9 star
Pinedale Elementary - 11
5 miles, S 4.1 star

Colleges

The Salon Professional Academy
7 miles, SE 1 star
Headlines Academy Inc
7 miles, SE 1 star
Western Dakota Technical Institute
9 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Regional Health Sturgis Hospital
19 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
16 miles, SE 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
110 miles, NW 1 star