McLaughlin, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
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
567 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$566 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$492 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Corson County
1
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

Corson County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 15
Feb 0 6 20
Mar 1 8 31
Apr 2 4 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 6 30
Dec 0 7 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 69% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.

Liberal (69%) (27%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 28, SD State House District 28A, SD
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Schools

McLaughlin Elementary - 02
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
McLaughlin Middle School - 03
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
McLaughlin High School - 01
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Selfridge High School
16 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Sitting Bull College
20 miles, NE • 1 star
University of Mary
63 miles, NE • 3.2 star
United Tribes Technical College
66 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mobridge Regional Hospital-Cah
25 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bismarck Municipal Airport
66 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
118 miles, SE • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
128 miles, E • 1 star
Rapid City Regional Airport
164 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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