Wallace, SD
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
6/10
directions_run
Walkability
4/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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
67
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$53,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$85,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$425
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Codington County
4
Watertown Urban 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
Codington County
4
Watertown Urban Area
4
South Dakota
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 6 | 13 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 18 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 29 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 44 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 46 |
| Nov | 1 | 5 | 30 |
| Dec | 1 | 6 | 17 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 71%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District, SD State Senate District 4, SD State House District 4, SDSchools
Florence Middle School - 03
8 miles, SE
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3.2
Florence Elementary - 02
8 miles, SE
•
3.2
Florence High School - 01
8 miles, SE
•
3.7
Hillcrest Colony Elementary - 05
13 miles, SW
•
2.3
Colleges
Lake Area Technical College
23 miles, SE
•
1.9
Sisseton Wahpeton College
39 miles, NE
•
1.4
Northern State University
55 miles, NW
•
1.9
Presentation College
56 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Sanford Hospital Webster-Cah
18 miles, N
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc
21 miles, SE
•
4.1
Milbank Area Hospital/Avera Health
43 miles, E
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4.1
Coteau Des Prairies Health Care System
45 miles, NE
Airports
Aberdeen Regional Airport
52 miles, NW
•
1
Joe Foss Field
110 miles, S
•
1.4
Hector International Airport
131 miles, NE
•
1.4
Jamestown Regional Airport
140 miles, N
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1