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Redfield, SD


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Redfield, South Dakota

Redfield, South Dakota, in Spink county, is 128 miles NW of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (center to center) and 257 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 2,897 residents.

The People and Families of Redfield

In Redfield, about 46% of adults are married. People in Redfield have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

The people of the city are more likely male than female. You'll see many senior citizens in Redfield.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Redfield had a median family income of $37,500.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Redfield.

Redfield Housing

According to the 2000 census, 62% of the housing in Redfield was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Redfield, 91% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Redfield let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyRedfield Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 17%Redfield Well-Paid Single Men
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Redfield Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Redfield, SD

Comparing Redfield 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 Citizens97
Age of the Population86
Well-Paid Single Men89
Racial Diversity37
Children Under 5 Years Old12
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married33
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better67
People Above Poverty65
College Educated Adults62
Median Family Income43

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times108
Walking and Biking to Work63
Working at Home53
Public Transportation Use55

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Rents96
Affordability of Property Taxes45
Housing Recently Built33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
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