Livability Score

74
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (0) F
Entertainment (5) F
Lariat Lanes
Bowling Alley
Cultural Heritage Center
Museum
Phil Trautner Stadium
Stadium
Unknown Name
Cinema
Steamboat Park Amphitheatre
Theatre Arts
Fort Chouteau Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (9) F
KFC
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Taco John's
Fast Food
Longbranch
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Bob's Lounge
Bar
Hardee's
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Drifters Bar & Grille
Bar
Fitness (1) F
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Groceries (2) F
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Lynn's Dakotamart
Grocery Store
Parks (23) C-
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Devine Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Mateer Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Griffin Park
Park
Brandt Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Pierre Marina Recreational Area
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Playground
LaFramboise Island Nature Area
Park
Steamboat Park
Park
Shops (13) F
Slumberland Furniture
Furniture
Shoe Sensation
Shoes
Cowboy Country Store
Convenience Store
Maurices
Clothing
Menards
Home Improvement
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Pro-Build
Home Improvement
AT&T
Electronics
Beauty Boutique
Beauty
Petal & Paddle
Bicycle
Angel's Salon
Beauty
Unknown Name
Hairdresser
Debonaire Beauty Salon
Beauty
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.2% take public transportation in Pierre.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations F
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.2% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Pierre is 93/100 - which is 4% higher than South Dakota.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A+
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crime D

Pierre crime rates are 2,268 per 100k, which is 7% higher than South Dakota
Property Crime
1,774 crimes per 100k C
Violent Crime
494 crimes per 100k F
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employment A

The median income in Pierre is $68,263 - which is 31% higher than South Dakota.
Med. Household Income
$68,263 C+
Unemployment Rate
1.3% A+
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health A+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (7)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. B+
Anderson Dental
Dentist
Pierre Fire Department - Station 4
Fire Station
Pierre Fire Department - Station 2
Fire Station
Avera Saint Mary's Hospital
Hospital
Pierre Fire Department - Station 3
Fire Station
Pierre Fire Department - Station 1
Fire Station
Unknown Name
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing A+

Pierre home prices are $180,800 - which is 23% higher than South Dakota
Home Price
$180,800 B-
Home Appreciation Rate
9% B+
Home Affordability
2.6x (home price to income ratio) A
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schools C-

The Pierre graduation rate is 86% - which is 1% lower than South Dakota
School Test Scores
46% F
High School Grad. Rates
86% C+
Elementary Schools (6) F
Buchanan Elementary - 03
Kennedy Elementary - 08
St Joseph Elementary School
Georgia Morse Middle School - 02
Pierre Indian Learning Center
Jefferson Elementary - 06
Stanley County Elementary - 08
Stanley County Middle School - 02
High Schools (1) F
T F Riggs High School - 01
Stanley County High School - 01
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ratings B

Pierre has an overall rating of 71% from 4 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (3)
From AreaVibes B+
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Capital of the Badlands and Black Hills: Pierre, SD 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 25, 2010) Pierre, South Dakota is located on the East river side of South Dakota and is more than a short drive from the usual attractions that a person thinks of in the South Dakota such as the Black Hills and Badlands. Yet, the location takes little away from the city of Pierre, mostly b ...Read More ecause it is not only the state capital but is also located near many of the major college and universities in the state of South Dakota. Pierre is also located in the more highly populated part of South Dakota.

Pierre is a lovely town, located on the Platte River. I truly enjoy the city of Pierre every time I have had to opportunity to visit. It is easy to get around in and is small enough that all shopping, dining and sightseeing opportunities are just a short drive even if they are on opposite sides of the city. The Ramkota Inn in Pierre is one of the nicest, cleanest and welcoming hotels, I have stayed in South Dakota. If visiting Pierre I would recommend to everyone to visit the South Dakota state capital it is a lovely building with lovely gardens outside. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Pierre? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Unknown Name
      Devine Park
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      Lariat Lanes
      Cultural Heritage Center
      Phil Trautner Stadium
      Unknown Name
      Steamboat Park Amphitheatre
      Fort Chouteau Museum

      Food & Drink

      KFC
      Taco Bell
      Taco John's
      Longbranch
      Burger King
      Bob's Lounge
      Hardee's
      Arby's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Pierre? Of all people who commute, 1.2% take public transportation in Pierre.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      1% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Pierre? The cost of living in Pierre is 93/100 - which is 4% higher than South Dakota.
      Pierre
      93

      7% less expensive than average

      South Dakota
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D Crime

      What is the crime rate in Pierre? Pierre crime rates are 2,268, which are 7% higher than South Dakota
      Total Crime
      2,268 per 100k people

      2% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 45

      2% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -5%

      Year over year crime is down

      A Employment

      What is the median income in Pierre? The median income in Pierre is $68,263 which is 31% higher than South Dakota.
      Median household income
      $68,26323% higher than the US average
      Income per capita
      $33,79713% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      1%

      72% lower than the US average

      B Health & Safety

      Is Pierre a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Avera Saint Mary's Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Pierre home prices? Pierre home prices are $180,800 - which is 23% higher than South Dakota
      Median home value
      $180,8002% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $73223% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      67%

      5% higher than the US average

      C- Schools

      Does Pierre have good schools? The Pierre graduation rate is 86% - which is 1% lower than South Dakota
      High school grad. rates
      86%

      4% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      46%

      3% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      14:1

      15% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Pierre a good place to live? Pierre has an overall rating of 71% from 4 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      71%

      4 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      75%

      3 total surveys

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