Spink County, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,283 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,011 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$117,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$552 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$481 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 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 13
Feb 1 6 18
Mar 1 5 30
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 0 46
Nov 1 4 30
Dec 0 5 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 22, SD State House District 22, SD
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Schools

Camrose Colony Elementary - 06
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Glendale Colony Elementary - 04
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Redfield High School - 01
9 miles, W • 4.1 star
Redfield Middle School - 02
9 miles, W • 2.8 star

Colleges

Northern State University
37 miles, N • 1.9 star
Presentation College
39 miles, N • 1.9 star
Lake Area Technical College
61 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sanford Medical Center Aberdeen
38 miles, N • 3.2 star
Avera St Lukes
38 miles, N • 5 star

Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
36 miles, N • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
122 miles, S • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
140 miles, N • 1 star
Hector International Airport
156 miles, NE • 1.4 star