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Miller, SD


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Miller, South Dakota

Miller, South Dakota, in Hand county, is 131 miles NW of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (center to center) and 273 miles NW of Omaha, Nebraska. The city contains a population of approximately 1,530.

The People and Families of Miller

In Miller, about 57% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Miller, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. Miller boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Miller had a median family income of $39,293.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Miller favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Miller Housing

Miller has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 69% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Miller, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Miller -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? The city can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Miller strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Dakota):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyMiller Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyMiller Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Miller Affordability of Rents
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 19%Miller Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Miller, SD

Comparing Miller to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Dakota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Women79
Well-Paid Single Men77
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Male Share of the Population21
Racial Diversity13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty66
College Educated Adults63
People in Middle Class or Better65
Median Family Income55

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home65
Public Transportation Use68

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Affordability of Rents108
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing55
Affordability of Property Taxes58
Housing Recently Built34
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