Grand Meadow Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
431 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$128,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$421,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$787 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$790 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Minnehaha County
5
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

Minnehaha County
5
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 6 22
Mar 2 7 33
Apr 3 4 47
May 3 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 7 33
Dec 1 7 19

Hazards

Blizzard

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 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Schools

Tri-Valley Elementary - 02
2 miles, E 2.8 star
Tri-Valley Jr High School - 03
2 miles, E 4.1 star
Tri-Valley High School - 01
2 miles, E 3.7 star

Colleges

Southeast Technical Institute
13 miles, S 2.3 star
Stewart School
15 miles, S
University of Sioux Falls
17 miles, S 2.3 star

Hospitals

Sanford Usd Medical Center
16 miles, S 4.1 star
Lifescape
16 miles, S

Airports

Joe Foss Field
14 miles, SE 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
140 miles, N 1 star
Eppley Airfield
175 miles, S 2.8 star