Brown County, SD
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
38,079
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,239
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$212,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$611
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$684
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Aberdeen Urban Area
4
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
Aberdeen Urban Area
4
South Dakota
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 7 | 12 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 17 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 29 |
| Apr | 2 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 45 |
| Nov | 1 | 6 | 29 |
| Dec | 0 | 6 | 16 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 60%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, SD State Senate District 1, SD State House District 1, SDSchools
Holgate Middle School - 02
9 miles, SW
•
3.7
CC Lee Elementary - 05
9 miles, SW
•
3.7
Roncalli Jr & Sr High School
10 miles, SW
•
5
Mike Miller Elementary - 07
10 miles, SW
•
3.7
Colleges
Presentation College
10 miles, SW
•
1.9
Northern State University
12 miles, SW
•
1.9
Trinity Bible College and Graduate School
30 miles, N
•
1.4
Sisseton Wahpeton College
62 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen
10 miles, SW
•
3.2
Avera St Lukes
11 miles, SW
•
5
Marshall County Healthcare Center-Cah
32 miles, E
Oakes Community Hospital
41 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Aberdeen Regional Airport
10 miles, SW
•
1
Jamestown Regional Airport
94 miles, N
•
1
Hector International Airport
118 miles, NE
•
1.4
Bismarck Municipal Airport
141 miles, NW
•
1.4