Ethan, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
263 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,688 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$538 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$577 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Davison County
5
Mitchell Urban 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

Davison County
6
Mitchell Urban Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 18
Feb 1 7 23
Mar 2 7 34
Apr 2 5 47
May 2 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 2 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 63
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 5 34
Dec 1 8 21

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 20, SD State House District 20, SD
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Schools

Ethan Jr High - 03
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Ethan Elementary - 02
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Ethan High School - 01
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Rockport Colony Elementary- 10
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Mitchell Technical Institute
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
Dakota Wesleyan University
11 miles, N • 1.9 star
Dakota State University
54 miles, E • 2.3 star
Mount Marty College
55 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera St Benedict Health Center-Cah
10 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Avera Queen of Peace
12 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
62 miles, E • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
133 miles, N • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
179 miles, SW • 1 star
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