Dempster Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
86 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$530 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hamlin 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

Hamlin County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 12
Feb 1 7 18
Mar 1 8 29
Apr 2 4 44
May 2 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Claremont Colony Elementary - 04
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Castlewood Elementary - 02
5 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Castlewood High School - 01
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Lake Area Technical College
17 miles, N • 1.9 star
South Dakota State University
26 miles, S • 2.8 star
Dakota State University
46 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Southwest Minnesota State University
60 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Brookings Health System
27 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
76 miles, S • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
90 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
153 miles, E • 1 star
Hector International Airport
155 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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