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Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls · Minnehaha County · SD 57104
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$164K
Median Price
18/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
12 min
to Sioux Falls downtown
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
69/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
Sioux Falls offers affordable housing and decent schools, but you’ll need a car for most errands. It’s a quiet, family‑friendly place, though public transit and nightlife are limited.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price at $164k
- ✓Good public school ratings averaging 6.9/10
- ✓Low flood risk and moderate overall crime rates
- ✓Plenty of parks and green space
- ✓Low cost of living relative to national averages
Real Talk
- !Almost all errands require a car; walk score 18 is very low
- !Limited public transit options; transit score 10 means minimal service
- !Nightlife and dining options are modest, mostly chain restaurants
- !Higher traffic congestion in peak hours can be annoying
- $Higher car insurance and maintenance due to car dependence
- $Parking fees in commercial areas
- $Potential for higher local taxes to support infrastructure
- $Seasonal snow removal and heating costs
Best For
Families looking for a quiet suburbRemote workers who need affordable housingRetirees wanting a low‑cost, safe communityStudents seeking affordable living near university
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Sioux Falls, 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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