Gary, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
227 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
37.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$420 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$383 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Deuel County
1
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

Deuel County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 1 8 29
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 6 29
Dec 1 9 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Schools

Canby Secondary
10 miles, SE 3.7 star
Canby Elementary
10 miles, SE 4.6 star
Deuel High School - 01
12 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Lake Area Technical College
32 miles, NW 1.9 star
South Dakota State University
37 miles, SW 2.8 star
Southwest Minnesota State University
42 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Madison Hospital
20 miles, NE

Airports

Joe Foss Field
85 miles, SW 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
106 miles, NW 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
128 miles, E 1 star
Hector International Airport
148 miles, N 1.4 star