Oelrichs, SD
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
187
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,212
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$75,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$588
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$569
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Fall River 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
Fall River County
2
South Dakota
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 25 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 28 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 37 |
| Apr | 2 | 4 | 46 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 1 | 1 | 48 |
| Nov | 1 | 4 | 35 |
| Dec | 0 | 6 | 25 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.
Liberal (26%) (70%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, SD State Senate District 30, SD State House District 30, SDSchools
Oelrichs Jr High - 03
<1 miles, SW
•
2.3
Oelrichs High School - 01
<1 miles, SW
•
3.2
Oelrichs Elementary - 02
<1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Bethesda Lutheran School
21 miles, N
Colleges
Chadron State College
28 miles, S
•
2.3
Oglala Lakota College
52 miles, E
•
1
National American University-Rapid City
59 miles, N
•
1.4
Hospitals
Fall River Hospital-Cah
20 miles, N
Chadron Community Hospital and Health Services
27 miles, S
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4.1
Regional Health Custer Hospital
45 miles, N
Gordon Memorial Hospital District
58 miles, SE
Airports
Rapid City Regional Airport
60 miles, NE
•
1.4
Western Nebraska Regional Airport-William B Heilig Field
92 miles, SW
•
1
Gillette-Campbell County Airport
140 miles, NW
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1
Cheyenne Regional Airport-Jerry Olson Field
162 miles, SW
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1