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Presho, SD


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Presho, South Dakota

Presho, South Dakota, in Lyman county, is 158 miles E of Rapid City, South Dakota (center to center) and 278 miles NW of Omaha, Nebraska. The city is home to some 588 residents.

The People and Families of Presho

In Presho, about 61% of adults are married.

The people of Presho are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Presho had a median family income of $38,250.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($250) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Presho. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Presho Housing

According to the 2000 census, 79% of the housing in Presho was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

Commuting

In Presho, 90% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Presho Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Presho, SD

Comparing Presho 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens86
Age of the Population86
Well-Paid Single Men76
Racial Diversity59
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married66
Average Household Size36

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
People Above Poverty54
People in Middle Class or Better54
Median Family Income44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work86
Short Commute Times72
Working at Home76
Public Transportation Use45

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents97
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
People Living Alone74
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals64
Affordability of Property Taxes58
Housing Recently Built56
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