Clear Lake, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
30 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$22,679 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
53.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
53.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$346,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$678 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
1.5% 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 59
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 7 29
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Sisseton High School - 01
14 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Sisseton Middle School - 02
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Westside Elementary - 03
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Britton-Hecla Elementary - 02
20 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Sisseton Wahpeton College
17 miles, SE • 1.4 star
North Dakota State College of Science
53 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Lake Area Technical College
57 miles, S • 1.9 star
Presentation College
57 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
54 miles, W • 1 star
Hector International Airport
88 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
106 miles, N • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
150 miles, S • 1.4 star
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