Wilmot, SD

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):

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

Comparative Profile of Wilmot, SD

Comparing Wilmot 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
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity

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
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Wilmot Almanac

Wilmot Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Wilmot Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Wilmot, 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

Wilmot Public Libraries

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Wilmot High Schools (2004)

WILMOT HI SCH
800 ORDWAY ST
605-938-4647
Serves 89 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 9.8

Wilmot Colleges

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