Philip, SD

Philip, South Dakota

Philip, South Dakota, in Haakon county, is 77 miles E of Rapid City, South Dakota (center to center) and 341 miles NE of Aurora, Colorado. The city is home to some 885 residents.

The People and Families of Philip

In Philip, about 58% of adults are married. People in Philip have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Philip.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Philip had a median family income of $43,929.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($225) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Philip. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Philip Housing

According to the 2000 census, 78% of the housing in Philip was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

Commuting

In Philip, 80% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Philip it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 17%

Comparative Profile of Philip, SD

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Philip Almanac

Philip Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Philip Public Libraries

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Philip Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Philip residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Philip, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Philip High Schools (2004)

PHILIP HI SCH
330 SCOTTIE AVE
605-859-2680
Serves 114 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 11.4

Philip Colleges

(List of All South Dakota Colleges)

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