Elk Mountain School District 16-2, SD

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
370 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,908 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$332,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$610 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$669 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Custer County
2
Rapid City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Custer County
2
Rapid City Metro Area
5
South Dakota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 5 25
Feb 1 6 27
Mar 1 8 34
Apr 2 8 42
May 2 1 52
Jun 2 0 61
Jul 2 0 69
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 2 0 58
Oct 1 2 45
Nov 1 5 33
Dec 0 5 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elk Mountain Elementary - 01
4 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Headlines Academy Inc
45 miles, E · 1star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Rapid City Regional Airport
50 miles, E · 1.4star
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