Elk Point, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,391 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$575 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$551 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
2
Sioux City Metro Area
3
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
2
Sioux City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 19
Feb 1 6 24
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 3 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 5 35
Dec 1 7 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Schools

Elk Point-Jefferson High School - 01
<1 miles, NW 4.1 star
Elk Point-Jefferson Elementary - 02
<1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Ponca High School
8 miles, SW 4.6 star

Colleges

University of South Dakota
14 miles, NW 2.3 star
Briar Cliff University
17 miles, SE 2.3 star
St Luke's College
18 miles, SE 2.8 star
Morningside College
22 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

St Lukes Regional Medical Center
18 miles, SE 1.4 star
Mercyone Siouxland
19 miles, SE 2.3 star

Airports

Joe Foss Field
62 miles, N 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
103 miles, S 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
126 miles, SW 1 star