Fort Pierre 77 Exceptional
Fort Pierre Livability #15 ranked city in South Dakota#2,822 ranked city in the USARanks better than 90% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Fort Pierre

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

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      Fort Pierre transportation information

      Statistic Fort Pierre South Dakota National
      Average one way commute12min17min26min
      Workers who drive to work87.0%79.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool6.1%9.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit2.5%0.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.5%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%3.8%2.8%
      Working from home4.5%5.5%4.6%
      Source: The Fort Pierre, SD data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).