Salem Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
268 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$326,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$632 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McCook County
1
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

McCook County
2
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 18
Feb 1 5 23
Mar 1 6 34
Apr 2 4 47
May 2 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 2 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 1 49
Nov 1 6 34
Dec 1 6 20

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 5%

Schools

Goldenview Colony School - 04
2 miles, SW 3.2 star
McCook Central Middle School - 03
3 miles, E 2.3 star
McCook Central High School - 01
3 miles, E 4.1 star
McCook Central Elementary - 02
3 miles, E 3.2 star

Colleges

Dakota State University
26 miles, NE 2.3 star
Mitchell Technical Institute
28 miles, W 2.3 star
Dakota Wesleyan University
30 miles, W 1.9 star
Southeast Technical Institute
34 miles, SE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Avera Queen of Peace
29 miles, NW 5 star
Avera St Benedict Health Center-Cah
35 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Joe Foss Field
36 miles, SE 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
129 miles, N 1 star
Eppley Airfield
184 miles, S 2.8 star