Prairie Center Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
24 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$66,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$557 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$375 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Spink 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

Spink County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 13
Feb 1 6 18
Mar 1 6 30
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 0 45
Nov 1 4 30
Dec 0 6 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Schools

Camrose Colony Elementary - 06
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Doland Jr High - 02
4 miles, S 3.2 star
Doland High School - 01
4 miles, S 3.2 star
Doland Elementary - 03
4 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

Northern State University
39 miles, N 1.9 star
Presentation College
41 miles, N 1.9 star
Lake Area Technical College
52 miles, SE 1.9 star
Sisseton Wahpeton College
69 miles, E 1.4 star

Hospitals

Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen
39 miles, N 3.2 star
Avera St Lukes
40 miles, N 5 star

Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
38 miles, N 1 star
Joe Foss Field
117 miles, S 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
140 miles, N 1 star
Hector International Airport
152 miles, NE 1.4 star