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Madison, SD vs Tea, SD

CategoryMadison, SDTea, SD
Housing
VerdictGood for nowGood for now
Median Price$173K

Lower price

$287K
Median Rent$813

Lower rent

$1K
Median Income$70K$100K

Higher income

Price VolatilityLowLow
Getting Around
Walk ScoreCar-dependentCar-dependent
Transit ScoreMinimal transitMinimal transit
Bike ScoreN/AN/A
Commute30 minN/A
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeA

Safer

B
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityGoodGood
Community
Schools3.9/106.9/10

Better schools

Best for
budget-conscious familiespeople who prefer quietthose looking to escape high‑cost urban centers
affordable familiesfirst‑time homebuyersremote workers with good internet

Bottom line

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

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