Star Township, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$415,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$465 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$581 $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

Clay County
3
Vermillion Urban Area
3
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clay County
4
Vermillion Urban Area
4
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 19
Feb 1 5 24
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 3 48
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 3 0 74
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 1 50
Nov 1 5 35
Dec 1 7 22

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 18, SD State House District 18, SD
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Schools

Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02
3 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Irene - Wakonda Jr High - 04
4 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Irene - Wakonda High School - 01
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Centerville Elementary - 02
8 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of South Dakota
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Mount Marty College
20 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital
20 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
41 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
135 miles, S • 2.8 star
Lincoln Airport
153 miles, S • 1 star
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