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Wilmot, SD


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Wilmot, South Dakota

Wilmot, South Dakota, in Roberts county, is 101 miles S of Fargo, North Dakota (center to center) and 177 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city contains a population of approximately 543.

The People and Families of Wilmot

In Wilmot, about 53% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Wilmot, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wilmot had a median family income of $29,750.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Wilmot favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $2,000. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Wilmot Housing

Wilmot has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 77% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Rents in the city tend toward the low side for South Dakota. You can't avoid taxes, but at least in Wilmot the property taxes tend to be lower than most.

Commuting

In Wilmot, 77% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Wilmot can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyWilmot Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyWilmot Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 12%Wilmot Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Wilmot Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Wilmot, SD

Comparing Wilmot 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 Population108
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Male Share of the Population68
Female Share of the Population54
Well-Paid Single Men53
Racial Diversity24

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married32
Average Household Size24

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults75
People Above Poverty32
People in Middle Class or Better21
Median Family Income21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times94
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone97
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
Affordability of Property Taxes79
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Housing Recently Built32
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