Clear Lake, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
1,333 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,398 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$144,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$538 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Deuel County
1
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

Deuel County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 12
Feb 1 7 17
Mar 1 8 28
Apr 2 3 43
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 1 6 30
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 4, SD State House District 4, SD
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Schools

Deuel High School - 01
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Clear Lake Middle School - 04
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Clear Lake Elementary - 02
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Lake Area Technical College
22 miles, NW • 1.9 star
South Dakota State University
31 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Southwest Minnesota State University
50 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Dakota State University
55 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
81 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
97 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
139 miles, E • 1 star
Hector International Airport
150 miles, N • 1.4 star
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