Pierre Urban Area, SD
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
2/10
directions_run
Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
20,744
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,965
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$217,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$778
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
South Dakota
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 18 |
| Feb | 0 | 7 | 23 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 33 |
| Apr | 2 | 4 | 45 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 48 |
| Nov | 1 | 6 | 33 |
| Dec | 0 | 6 | 20 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 64%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, SD State Senate District 24, SD State House District 24, SDSchools
Stanley County Elementary - 08
6 miles, SE
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2.8
Stanley County Middle School - 02
7 miles, SE
•
2.8
Stanley County High School - 01
7 miles, SE
•
3.7
Jefferson Elementary - 06
7 miles, SE
•
2.8
Colleges
Sinte Gleska University
77 miles, SW
•
1
Oglala Lakota College
113 miles, W
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1
Sitting Bull College
116 miles, N
•
1
Northern State University
122 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Avera St Mary's Hospital
8 miles, SE
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5
Avera Gettysburg Hospital
50 miles, NE
Phs Indian Hospital at Eagle Butte
55 miles, N
Hans P Peterson Memorial Hospital-Cah
64 miles, W
Airports
Aberdeen Regional Airport
124 miles, E
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1
Rapid City Regional Airport
130 miles, W
•
1.4
Bismarck Municipal Airport
164 miles, N
•
1.4
Joe Foss Field
194 miles, SE
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1.4