Let the numbers do the talking.

Sturgis, SD vs Vermillion, SD

CategorySturgis, SDVermillion, SD
Housing
VerdictGood for nowThink twice
Median Price$226K$213K

Lower price

Median Rent$782$751

Lower rent

Median Income$57K

Higher income

$52K
Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk ScoreCar-dependentCar-dependent
Transit Score1/100

Better transit

Minimal transit
Bike Score1/100

More bikeable

N/A
CommuteN/AN/A
Safety & Environment
Safety GradeA

Safer

B
Violent CrimeLowLow
Property CrimeLow

Lower risk

Moderate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateModerate
Community
Schools8.2/10

Better schools

5.9/10
Best for
small-town familiesretireesremote workers
StudentsRetirees looking for low costRemote workers who can drive

Bottom line

If you're a small-town family or retiree on a budget, Sturgis might offer the stability you're looking for, despite its limitations. However, if you value a more active lifestyle or career prospects, both options should be avoided in favor of larger South Dakota cities. As it stands, neither Sturgis nor Vermillion are ideal for professionals or anyone seeking a robust community experience.

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