Britton, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,117 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,156 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
10 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$700 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
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

Marshall County
2
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 1 8 29
Apr 2 4 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 1, SD State House District 1, SD
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Schools

Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Britton-Hecla High School - 01
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Britton-Hecla Middle School - 03
<1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Sisseton Wahpeton College
37 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Presentation College
42 miles, W • 1.9 star
Northern State University
42 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Oakes Community Hospital
30 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
40 miles, W • 1 star
Hector International Airport
90 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
90 miles, N • 1 star
Grand Forks International Airport
151 miles, NE • 1 star
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