Wolsey, 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 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
666 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beadle County
3
Huron 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

Beadle County
3
Huron Urban Area
3
South Dakota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 6 16
Feb 1 7 21
Mar 1 8 32
Apr 2 4 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 73
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 1 6 32
Dec 1 7 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Wolsey Wessington Elementary - 02
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Wolsey Wessington High School - 01
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Dakota Wesleyan University
54 miles, S • 1.9 star
Mitchell Technical Institute
55 miles, S • 2.3 star
Northern State University
72 miles, N • 1.9 star
Dakota State University
73 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Aberdeen Regional Airport
72 miles, NE • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
103 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
174 miles, N • 1 star
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