Buffalo Gap, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
140 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,268 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$67,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$508 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,044 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Custer County
2
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

Custer County
2
Rapid City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 26
Feb 1 5 27
Mar 1 8 35
Apr 2 7 43
May 2 1 53
Jun 2 0 62
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 1 2 46
Nov 1 4 34
Dec 0 5 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 30, SD State House District 30, SD
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Schools

Hot Springs High School - 01
9 miles, W • 3.7 star
Hot Springs Middle School - 06
9 miles, W • 3.7 star
Hot Springs Elementary - 02
10 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

The Salon Professional Academy
41 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Regional Health Rapid City Hospital
39 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
40 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
126 miles, NW • 1 star
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