Ipswich, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
1,126 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,135 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$165,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edmunds County
1
Aberdeen Urban 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

Edmunds County
1
Aberdeen Urban Area
4
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 7 14
Feb 1 7 18
Mar 1 6 30
Apr 2 4 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 6 30
Dec 1 6 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 23, SD State House District 23, SD
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Schools

Ipswich Elementary - 02
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ipswich High School - 01
<1 miles, N • 4.6 star
Ipswich Middle School - 04
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Pembrook Colony Elementary - 06
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Presentation College
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northern State University
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Sitting Bull College
91 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Avera St Lukes
27 miles, E • 5 star
Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen
28 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
30 miles, E • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
104 miles, NE • 1 star
Bismarck Municipal Airport
123 miles, N • 1.4 star
Hector International Airport
147 miles, E • 1.4 star
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