Dolton, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
42 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
40.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,321 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
51 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$368 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
92.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Turner County
2
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Turner County
1
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 18
Feb 1 5 23
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 3 48
May 3 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 1 7 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 6%

Schools

Bridgewater-Emery Elementary - 02
7 miles, NW 4.1 star
Marion Middle School - 03
8 miles, SE 3.2 star
Marion High School - 01
8 miles, SE 3.2 star
Marion Elementary - 02
8 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Southeast Technical Institute
31 miles, E 2.3 star
Stewart School
32 miles, E

Hospitals

Airports

Joe Foss Field
33 miles, E 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
145 miles, N 1 star
Eppley Airfield
169 miles, S 2.8 star