Tea, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
6,339 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$104,643 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$305,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$648 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$935 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
4
Sioux Falls Metro Area
4
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lincoln County
5
Sioux Falls Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 16
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 7 33
Apr 3 4 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 6 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, SD State Senate District 6, SD State House District 6, SD
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Schools

Tea Area High School - 03
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Tea Area Middle School - 02
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Tea Area Legacy Elementary - 01
1 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Augustana University
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
University of Sioux Falls
7 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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

Joe Foss Field
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Eppley Airfield
156 miles, S • 2.8 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
159 miles, N • 1 star
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