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Rapid City, SD
Rapid City · SD 57701
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$280K
Median Price
30/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
20 min
to Downtown Rapid City
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
30/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Rapid City’s 57701 ZIP offers a decent mix of affordable housing, solid schools, and plenty of outdoor space. Walkability and public transit are limited, but the area is quiet, family‑friendly, and has a growing remote‑work scene.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public schools with many high ratings
- ✓Abundant parks and recreation opportunities
- ✓Reasonably affordable home and rental market
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !Limited pedestrian infrastructure and bus service
- !Weather can be extreme with cold winters and hot summers
- !Job market is somewhat concentrated in tourism and public sector
- !Utility costs, especially heating, can be high
- $Higher heating bills in winter
- $Seasonal snow removal on private driveways
- $Possible property tax increases due to local school funding
Best For
FamiliesRetireesOutdoor enthusiastsRemote workersStudents
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Rapid City, SD
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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