Florence, SD
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
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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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- 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
289
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
6.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$69,531
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$137,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$783
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$388
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 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
Schools
Florence Middle School - 03
<1 miles, W
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Florence Elementary - 02
<1 miles, W
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Florence High School - 01
<1 miles, W
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Henry High School - 01
14 miles, SW
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Colleges
Lake Area Technical College
16 miles, SE
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Sisseton Wahpeton College
37 miles, NE
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South Dakota State University
58 miles, S
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Northern State University
63 miles, NW
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Hospitals
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, Inc
14 miles, SE
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Sanford Hospital Webster-Cah
22 miles, N
Milbank Area Hospital/Avera Health
36 miles, E
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Sanford Clear Lake Medical Center
38 miles, SE
Airports
Aberdeen Regional Airport
60 miles, NW
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Joe Foss Field
106 miles, S
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Hector International Airport
131 miles, NE
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Jamestown Regional Airport
145 miles, N
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