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Hot Springs, SD vs Sioux Falls, SD

CategoryHot Springs, SDSioux Falls, SD
Housing
VerdictThink twiceGood for now
Median Price$184K$164K

Lower price

Median Rent$810$792

Lower rent

Median Income$59K

Higher income

$54K
Price VolatilityModerateLow

More stable

Getting Around
Walk Score20/100

More walkable

18/100
Transit ScoreMinimal transit10/100

Better transit

Bike ScoreN/A25/100

More bikeable

CommuteN/A12 min
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeA

Safer

D+
Violent CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Property CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
Schools4.7/106.9/10

Better schools

Best for
Retirees looking for a quiet, inexpensive place to settleBudget‑conscious renters or first‑time home buyersRemote workers who can handle limited local services
Families looking for a quiet suburbRemote workers who need affordable housingRetirees wanting a low‑cost, safe community

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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