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Groton, South Dakota, in Brown county, is 117 miles SW of Fargo, North Dakota (center to center) and 237 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 1,356 residents.
In Groton, about 64% of adults are married.
You'll see many senior citizens in Groton.
In 2000, Groton had a median family income of $47,788. More so than most places, the people in Groton generally have good jobs with good salaries. Fewer people in the city are poor than in most places in South Dakota. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Groton.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($420) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Groton. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Groton was owner-occupied.
In Groton, 90% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Groton let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Comparing Groton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Dakota (State):
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