Fruitdale, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
121 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$15,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,025 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Butte 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

Butte County
5
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 25
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 1 9 35
Apr 2 6 45
May 3 1 55
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 2 0 72
Aug 1 0 71
Sep 1 0 60
Oct 2 2 48
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 1 6 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 28, SD State House District 28B, SD
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Schools

Belle Fourche High School - 01
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Belle Fourche Middle School - 07
7 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Black Hills State University
15 miles, SW • 1.9 star
The Salon Professional Academy
47 miles, S • 1 star
Headlines Academy Inc
47 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Regional Health Spearfish Hospital
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Regional Health Sturgis Hospital
21 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
53 miles, S • 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
94 miles, W • 1 star
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