Custer, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,148 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$716 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$743 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.1% 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 6 24
Feb 1 7 26
Mar 1 9 33
Apr 2 8 42
May 3 1 51
Jun 3 0 61
Jul 2 0 68
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 1 0 57
Oct 1 3 45
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 0 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Custer Elementary - 02
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Custer High School - 01
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Custer Jr High - 05
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Hill City High School - 01
11 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

The Salon Professional Academy
28 miles, NE • 1 star
Headlines Academy Inc
29 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
104 miles, NW • 1 star
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