Martin, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,054 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,609 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
11 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$87,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$562 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$522 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bennett County
7
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

Bennett County
5
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 24
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 1 8 35
Apr 2 5 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 65
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 2 48
Nov 1 7 34
Dec 0 6 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 27, SD State House District 27, SD
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Schools

Bennett County High School - 01
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Bennett County Middle School - 06
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Martin Elementary - 03
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Batesland School - 01
19 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Oglala Lakota College
29 miles, NW • 1 star
Sinte Gleska University
56 miles, E • 1 star
Chadron State College
69 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
90 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
206 miles, NW • 1 star
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