Sioux Falls Metro Area, SD-MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
293,107 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,418 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$274,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$883 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 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 6 16
Feb 1 5 21
Mar 1 6 32
Apr 2 3 46
May 2 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 2 0 70
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 6 32
Dec 1 7 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 9, SD State House District 9, SD
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Schools

Tea Area Frontier Elementary - 05
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Discovery Elementary - 26
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Southeast Technical Institute
6 miles, E • 2.3 star
Stewart School
7 miles, E
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Hospitals

Lifescape
6 miles, E
Sanford Usd Medical Center
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
8 miles, E • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
153 miles, N • 1 star
Eppley Airfield
162 miles, S • 2.8 star
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