Hudson, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
405 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$113,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$504 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
4
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

Lincoln County
5
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 17
Feb 1 5 22
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 2 47
May 3 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 2 5 34
Dec 1 8 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Schools

West Sioux High School
9 miles, SW 4.6 star
West Sioux Middle School
9 miles, SW 4.1 star
Hawarden Elementary School
9 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Dordt University
15 miles, SE 1.9 star
Northwestern College
22 miles, SE 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
29 miles, E 2.8 star

Hospitals

Sioux Center Health
16 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Joe Foss Field
34 miles, N 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
130 miles, S 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
158 miles, SW 1 star