Spring Valley Colony, SD
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
10/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
0
332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$77,083
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$132,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$574
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$400
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Jerauld 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
Jerauld County
1
South Dakota
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0 | 5 | 17 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 22 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 33 |
| Apr | 2 | 5 | 46 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 47 |
| Nov | 1 | 5 | 33 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 20 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, SD State Senate District 20, SD State House District 20, SDSchools
Spring Valley Colony Elementary - 05
<1 miles, NW
•
2.3
Wessington Springs High School - 01
16 miles, E
•
4.1
Wessington Springs High School Cyber School - 92
16 miles, E
•
3.2
Colleges
Dakota Wesleyan University
48 miles, SE
•
1.9
Mitchell Technical Institute
50 miles, SE
•
2.3
Dakota State University
88 miles, SE
•
2.3
Northern State University
99 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Avera Weskota Memorial Medical Center-Cah
16 miles, E
Sanford Chamberlain Medical Center
28 miles, W
Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital and Clinic
34 miles, N
•
4.1
Huron Regional Medical Center
40 miles, E
Airports
Aberdeen Regional Airport
100 miles, NE
•
1
Joe Foss Field
111 miles, SE
•
1.4
Sioux Gateway Airport-Brig Gen Bud Day Field
169 miles, SE
•
1
Jamestown Regional Airport
200 miles, NE
•
1