Sisseton, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,593 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,477 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$624 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$480 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Roberts 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

Roberts County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 12
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 1 8 28
Apr 2 4 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 6 30
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 1, SD State House District 1, SD
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Schools

Westside Elementary - 03
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Sisseton High School - 01
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Sisseton Middle School - 02
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Browns Valley Middle
12 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Sisseton Wahpeton College
7 miles, SW • 1.4 star
North Dakota State College of Science
47 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Lake Area Technical College
53 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Minnesota-Morris
56 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
68 miles, W • 1 star
Hector International Airport
88 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
117 miles, N • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
144 miles, S • 1.4 star
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