Howard Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
193 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$111,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$227,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$554 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$267 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charles Mix 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

Charles Mix County
2
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 21
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 7 35
Apr 3 4 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 3 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 6 35
Dec 1 7 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 21, SD State House District 21, SD
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Schools

Lakeview Colony Elementary - 05
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
Andes Central Elementary - 02
7 miles, W • 1.9 star
Andes Central High School - 01
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
Andes Central Middle School - 04
8 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Dakota Wesleyan University
38 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mitchell Technical Institute
38 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Mount Marty College
57 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera St Benedict Health Center-Cah
25 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
88 miles, E • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
154 miles, N • 1 star
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
156 miles, S • 1 star
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