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Brookings, SD
Brookings · Brookings County · SD 57006
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$229K
Median Price
44/100
Walk Score
5.7/10
Schools
30 min
to Sioux Falls
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
C-Schools
57/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
44/100
WYLT Score73/100
Our Take
Brookings is a small, affordable town with a low flood risk and decent school options, but it suffers from car dependence, limited nightlife and employment options, and a walk score that makes daily errands inconvenient unless you drive. If you’re okay with a quiet, close‑knit community and can commute to Sioux Falls for work or amenities, it might suit you. Otherwise, look elsewhere.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable home prices relative to national averages
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Several schools with ratings above average
- ✓Strong sense of community and low population density
Real Talk
- !Very car‑dependent—public transit options are minimal
- !Limited dining and nightlife, especially after 8pm
- !Local job market is small; most jobs are in nearby Sioux Falls
- !Internet speeds may vary; remote work requires reliable broadband
- $Higher local property taxes to support public schools
- $Transportation costs for commuting to larger cities
- $Homeowners insurance premiums can be higher due to weather-related risks
Best For
College students at the University of South DakotaRetirees looking for a quiet settingSmall families wanting a tight communityRemote workers who value low cost of living
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Brookings, SD
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Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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