Blunt, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
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
214 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$600 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hughes County
5
Pierre 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

Hughes County
6
Pierre Urban Area
6
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 18
Feb 1 7 23
Mar 1 7 33
Apr 2 5 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 0 6 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 24, SD State House District 24, SD
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Schools

Blunt Elementary - 03
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Sully Buttes High School - 07
14 miles, N • 3.7 star
Sully Buttes Jr High - 06
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Onida Elementary - 04
14 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Sinte Gleska University
90 miles, SW • 1 star
Northern State University
98 miles, E • 1.9 star
Presentation College
99 miles, E • 1.9 star
Dakota Wesleyan University
112 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera St Mary's Hospital
20 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
100 miles, E • 1 star
Rapid City Regional Airport
155 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
160 miles, N • 1.4 star
Joe Foss Field
174 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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