Aberdeen, SD

South Dakota · Brown County

Aberdeen is a small city in South Dakota with a population of 28,297. Residents earn $63,715 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

28,297 Population 1,708/sq mi density

$63,715 Median Income $36,668 per capita

$205,500 Home Value $236,161 Zillow

$783 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent

43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr

554 Violent Crime/100K 2,179 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$63,715 median income, 3.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$205,500 home value, $783/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

554 violent crimes/100K (46% above avg)

B+

Education

3.7 / 5.0

33.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,715

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $205,500

27% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 554/100K

46% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.6%

0% lower than US avg

Median Rent $783

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.0%

17% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.4%

40% lower than US avg

How Aberdeen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population28,297

Median Age35.8 yrs

Density1,708/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

Median Income$63,715

Per Capita$36,668

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty7.4%

County GDP$3,155M

Commute11 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$205,500

Rent$783

Ownership58.4%

Zillow$236,161

Housing Units13,378

Rent Burden22.8%

Crime

Violent554/100K

Property2,179/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault398/100K

Burglary405/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured8.9%

Smoking15.1%

Depression21.2%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain22.4 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.6%

High School+93.1%

Graduate+8.9%

School Score6.27

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%

Commute11 min

Broadband88.2%

EV Stations3

Libraries3

Is Aberdeen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aberdeen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Aberdeen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aberdeen is $63,715, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aberdeen is $205,500, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 554 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,179 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Aberdeen has a population of 28,297 with a density of 1,708 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 8.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.6% of residents, while 9.4% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

28,297

Total Population

1,708

People / sq mi

35.8yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

16.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Aberdeen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.6%

15% above US avg

Spanish 9.4%

30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aberdeen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aberdeen is $63,715, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,668. The average weekly wage is $1,047, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,522 business establishments, including 102 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Aberdeen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,715
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,668
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,047
IRS Avg AGI	$88,624
Gini Index	0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.0%
	17% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.4%
	40% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,522
County GDP	$3,155M

Business (County)

Restaurants	102
Healthcare	124
Retail	163
Manufacturing	42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,536
	87% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	11.1 min
Drive Alone	79.5%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Aberdeen is $205,500, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,161, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.7% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 13,378 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $6,536 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$205,500
	27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$236,161
Median List Price	$214,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$214,450
$/Sq Ft	$199
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.7%
Price Drops	13.6%
Inventory	81

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$783
	33% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$964
Rent Burden	22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$691
1 Bedroom	$784
2 Bedrooms	$990
3 Bedrooms	$1,295
4 Bedrooms	$1,540

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.4%
Owner-Occupied	58.4%
Renter-Occupied	41.6%
Housing Units	13,378
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,536
	87% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.18%

In Aberdeen, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 28.4% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 18.4% report binge drinking. 24.1% are physically inactive. 21.2% report depression. 16.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,588. The dentist ratio is 1:1,582. 84.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Aberdeen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	28.4%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	24.1%
Depression	21.2%
Mental Distress	16.0%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.5%
Uninsured	8.9%
	3% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,588
Dentists	1:1,582
Mental Health	1:219
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	68.2%
Premature Death	6,876/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	84.2%
Healthcare Facilities	124

Aberdeen has a violent crime rate of 554 per 100,000 residents, 46% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 398.3 per 100,000, robbery at 13.9, rape at 142.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,179 per 100,000, 11% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,621, burglary at 405, vehicle theft at 152 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Aberdeen receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Aberdeen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	554.2/100K
	46% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	142.0/100K
Robbery	13.9/100K
Assault	398.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,178.7/100K
	11% above US avg
Burglary	405.3/100K
Theft	1,621.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	152.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,299 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	42.8°F
	21% below US avg
January Average	11°F (-12°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,299 ft (396 m)
Area	16.6 sq mi (43.0 km²)
Population Density	1,708/sq mi
Coordinates	45.4647°N, 98.4681°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Brown County County
Nearest Airport	Aberdeen Regional (ABR) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"

41% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.39"

Driest Month (Dec) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	73.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	24.1 / 100
Community Resilience	85.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 15, 2017.

Oct 20, 1995	8 km SSE of New Effington, South Dakota	M3.7	130 km
Jul 26, 2002	0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota	M3.1	124 km
Aug 15, 2017	8 km E of Agar, South Dakota	M3.0	136 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

374 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 7 fatalities, 55 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 22, 2010	EF4	100 km	0
Jun 23, 2002	EF4	24 km	0
Aug 24, 2006	EF3	97 km	0
Jun 23, 2002	EF3	32 km	0
May 31, 1996	EF3	1 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	91 km	0
May 12, 1984	EF3	87 km	0
Jul 1, 1973	EF3	83 km	0
Jul 1, 1973	EF3	24 km	1
Jun 25, 1969	EF3	30 km	0
Jul 31, 1966	EF3	98 km	2
May 20, 1965	EF3	51 km	0
Jun 21, 1961	EF3	19 km	1
Jun 9, 1957	EF3	71 km	0
Aug 30, 2020	EF2	93 km	1
Jul 4, 2020	EF2	34 km	0
Jul 10, 2011	EF2	82 km	0
May 22, 2010	EF2	46 km	0
May 22, 2010	EF2	43 km	0
Jun 29, 2005	EF2	85 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROHRBACH (2,887 ac, 2022).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2022	ROHRBACH	2,887	79 km
2003	JOEL BERTSCH 2	1,460	93 km
2004	TACOMA PARK PLACE	1,336	18 km
2016	SLR 2016 RX MICHELL	1,242	52 km
2000	PHEASANT OPENER	1,206	48 km
1992	SPRING LK	1,001	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	11°F (-12°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
February	18°F (-8°C)	0.5 in
March	30°F (-1°C)	1.3 in
April	45°F (7°C)	1.9 in
May	58°F (14°C)	2.7 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.4 in	Wettest
July	71°F (22°C)	2.8 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	2.4 in
September	60°F (16°C)	1.8 in
October	47°F (8°C)	1.6 in
November	29°F (-2°C)	0.8 in
December	16°F (-9°C)	0.4 in	Driest

Aberdeen has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 11°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Aberdeen is located in Brown County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 0% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 26.8-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 124 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%

D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.6%
	0% below US avg
High School+	93.1%
Graduate Degree+	8.9%
School Test Score	6.27

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density	1,708/sq mi
Total Area	16.6 sq mi
County	Brown County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.2%
Avg Download Speed	33.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	124
Restaurants	102
Retail Stores	163

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	11.1 min
Drive Alone	79.5%
Public Transit	0.7%
Work from Home	5.9%

Average costs for common services in Aberdeen. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$222 ($133–$354)
Specialist Visit	$310 ($177–$487)
Urgent Care Visit	$177 ($89–$310)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,949 ($709–$4,430)
Dental Cleaning	$115 ($66–$177)
Dental Filling	$222 ($133–$354)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$40 ($22–$66)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$66 ($44–$106)
Brake Pad Replacement	$266 ($133–$443)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($18–$66)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$532 ($354–$886)
Battery Replacement	$177 ($89–$310)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$89 ($53–$133)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$80 ($44–$124)
HVAC Repair	$354 ($133–$709)
HVAC System Install	$6,202 ($3,544–$10,632)
Roof Repair	$886 ($354–$1,772)
Roof Replacement	$7,974 ($4,873–$13,290)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,329 ($443–$3,101)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,290 ($4,430–$26,580)
DUI Defense	$4,430 ($1,772–$8,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,329 ($709–$2,658)
Will Preparation	$443 ($177–$886)
Trust Preparation	$2,215 ($886–$4,430)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut	$49 ($27–$89)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$133 ($66–$222)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour)	$71 ($44–$115)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.63 ($2.66–$4.87)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.10 ($2.22–$4.43)
Loaf of Bread	$3.37 ($2.22–$4.87)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.99 ($2.66–$5.76)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.87 ($3.54–$6.65)
Rice (per lb)	$0.89 ($0.53–$1.59)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$124 ($71–$222)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$62 ($27–$133)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$106)
Internet (Monthly)	$62 ($35–$89)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$58 ($27–$89)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$75 ($44–$133)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$177 ($66–$443)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,772 ($1,063–$3,101)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$62 ($27–$115)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($7.09–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$89 ($27–$222)
Driver's License Renewal	$27 ($13–$66)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,063 ($532–$2,215)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$886 ($443–$1,772)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$354 ($177–$620)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$44 ($22–$89)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$886 ($354–$2,215)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,075 ($4,430–$26,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$53 ($27–$89)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$89 ($44–$177)
Dog Grooming	$53 ($27–$89)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($18–$66)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$266 ($133–$443)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$177 ($89–$354)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$591
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$443
Toddler	$443
Preschool	$433

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Brown County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,183	118	$60,760	1.12
Retail Trade	2,759	170	$36,114	1.39
Manufacturing	2,611	42	$61,843	1.60
Accommodation & Food Services	1,818	96	$20,675	1.01
Wholesale Trade	1,040	117	$78,052	1.33
Construction	1,006	166	$64,544	0.97
Finance & Insurance	905	120	$82,822	1.13
Other Services	621	97	$35,043	1.04
Professional & Technical Services	533	142	$70,405	0.39
Administrative & Waste Services	486	102	$47,199	0.42
Transportation & Warehousing	407	53	$54,192	0.49
Arts & Entertainment	332	32	$22,246	1.00
Management of Companies	282	14	$124,057	0.84
Real Estate	161	59	$49,434	0.52
Information & Technology	160	20	$69,281	0.43
Educational Services	122	19	$20,587	0.30
Utilities	112	5	$96,567	1.49

Colleges & Universities in Aberdeen

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Northern State University	Public · Bachelor's	5,311	92.8%	$8,845	$11,947

Hospitals in Aberdeen

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
AVERA ST LUKES	Acute Care Hospitals	5/5	Yes	(605) 622-5000
SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER ABERDEEN	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(605) 626-4200

Schools in Aberdeen

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Central High School - 01 (Charter)	High	1,388	81	17.1:1
Holgate Middle School - 02 (Charter)	Middle	512	33	15.5:1
Simmons Middle School - 03 (Charter)	Middle	483	33	14.6:1
Simmons Elementary - 10 (Charter)	Elementary	395	28	14.1:1
C C Lee Elementary - 05 (Charter)	Elementary	371	24	15.5:1
May Overby Elementary - 09 (Charter)	Elementary	357	27	13.2:1
O M Tiffany Elementary - 11 (Charter)	Elementary	312	25	12.5:1
Lincoln Elementary - 08 (Charter)	Elementary	256	29	8.8:1
Mike Miller Elementary - 07 (Charter)	Elementary	244	17	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Aberdeen

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Museums in Aberdeen

Name	Type	Phone	Annual Revenue
WEIN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		$16,624,369
DACOTAH PRAIRIE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6056227117	$127,834
BROWN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	6052251455
ISAAC LINCOLN GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	6056262514
NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PRESIDENT�S GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	6056262514
STUDENT CENTER GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	6056262514
WORLD WAR II PHEASANT CANTEEN TEAM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Aberdeen

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
ALEXANDER MITCHELL PUBLIC LIBRARY	519 SOUTH KLINE STREET	0.0	123,210

Farmers Markets in Aberdeen

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Aberdeen Farmers Market	2nd Ave., S.E. & S. Lincoln Street				Visit

Nursing Homes in Aberdeen

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AVERA MOTHER JOSEPH MANOR RETIREMENT COMMUNITY 1002 NORTH JAY STREET	Non profit - Corporation	81	76	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	6056225850
MANORCARE HEALTH SERVICES 400 8TH AVENUE NW	For profit - Corporation	99	74	4/5	—	4/5	3/5	6052252550
BETHESDA HOME OF ABERDEEN 1224 S HIGH ST	Non profit - Church related	86	85	3/5	—	4/5	3/5	6052257580
ABERDEEN HEALTH AND REHAB 1700 NORTH HIGHWAY 281	For profit - Corporation	80	79	1/5	—	4/5	1/5	6052257315

Pharmacies in Aberdeen

11 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
AVERA SAINT LUKE'S HOSPITAL	305 SOUTH STATE STREET	605-622-5000
DT PHARMACY	815 1ST AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-725-4001
ECONOFOODS	2424 6TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-226-2914
JONES DRUG HEALTH MART PHARMACY	802 6TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-225-3010
KESSLER'S PHARMACY	621 6TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-225-6673
KMART	1815 6TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-229-5500
PLAZA PHARMACY	201 SOUTH LLOYD STREET	605-225-6344
SHOPKO	500 NORTH UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 281	605-225-3577
STATE STREET PHARMACY	105 SOUTH STATE STREET	605-225-1945
UNITED CLINIC PHARMACY	3015 3RD AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-225-4001
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1520	3820 7TH AVENUE SOUTHEAST	605-229-1519

EV Charging Stations in Aberdeen

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
STEVEN LUST AUT FAST CHARGE	1314 6th Ave SW	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Best Western Ramkota Hotel - Tesla Destination	1400 8th Ave NW	Tesla Destination	3		J1772 TESLA	public
Pierson Ford	701 Auto Plaza Dr	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public

Fire Stations in Aberdeen

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Aberdeen Fire Rescue	121 2ND AVE SE	Career			605-626-7048
Aberdeen Rural Fire Protection District	2224 S 5TH ST	Volunteer			605-229-4823

Power Plants Near Aberdeen

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ABERDEEN CT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; PETROLEUM LI	221112	-98.5	OP

Bridges in Aberdeen

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1954	119	22,327	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	61	11,055	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2003	138	11,055	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	61	11,055	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2019	86	5,087	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	2001	318	4,559	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1971	152	4,049	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1995	36	3,845	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1970	129	3,618	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1970	129	3,618	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1990	66	3,600	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1974	63	2,069	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1990	77	1,128	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	80	900	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	85	775	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1976	62	500	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1999	124	283	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1977	60	98	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	93	98	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	50	98	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2004	51	98	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	60	98	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2019	80	98	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2003	32	70	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2002	127	60	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1986	116	50	G

Correctional Facilities in Aberdeen

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BROWN COUNTY JAIL / JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER	22 SE COURT ST	COUNTY	62	48	OPEN
NEW BEGINNINGS CENTER	1601 MILWAUKEE AVENUE NE	STATE	-999	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Aberdeen

17 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Aberdeen Regional Airport	ABR	Medium Airport
Barber Field	—	Small Airport
Braun Airport	—	Small Airport
Britton Municipal Airport	TTO	Small Airport
Comstock Field	—	Small Airport
Dahl Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellendale Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Faulkton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Groton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hite Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Hofer Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Lone Tree Airport	—	Small Airport
Mike Harmon Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Oakes Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Redfield Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
TC Field	—	Small Airport
Thorson Airfield	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Aberdeen

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Brown County Sheriff

Grocery Stores in Aberdeen

18 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Airport Fuel Llc 3855	Convenience Store	4707 6th Ave SE
Casey's General Store 2176	Convenience Store	224 S Dakota St
Cuban Grocery Store	Grocery Store	603 Riverside Dr
Dollar General 30117	Other	600 5th Ave NW
Dollar Tree 3675	Other	3501 6th Ave SE
Family Dollar 7315	Other	412 6th Ave SW
Holiday Stationstore 2746500	Convenience Store	602 S Highway 281
J&j Golden Karen Asian Market	Grocery Store	217 1st Ave SW
Karen Asian Market	Grocery Store	608 S Congress St
Ken's Superfair Foods 9119	Super Store	2105 6th Ave SE
Kessler Fuel 3501	Convenience Store	702 6th Ave SE
Kessler's 2100	Super Store	621 6th Ave SE
Natural Abundance Food Store	Grocery Store	112 N Main St
Papa Murphys of Aberdeen SD011	Specialty Store	1225 6th Ave SE
South C Store	Convenience Store	1020 S Main St
Target Stores T- 0848	Super Store	3316 6th Ave SE
Treasures Discount Market	Grocery Store	311 S Roosevelt
Walmart SC 1520	Super Store	3820 7th Ave SE

Treatment Centers in Aberdeen

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Avera Saint Lukes Hospital - Behavioral Health Center	Both	605-622-5552

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aberdeen

31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ABERDEEN ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	1106 S ROOSEVELT ST
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC FOUNDATION INC	1400 N DAKOTA ST
ABERDEEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYSTEMS	1400 N DAKOTA ST
ABERDEEN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1720 S ROOSEVELT ST
ABERDEEN WESLEYAN CHURCH	1701 8TH AVE NE
ABIDING LOVE FELLOWSHIP INC	1204 N PENN ST
AMERICAN LUTHERN CHURCH BETHESDA	1224 S HIGH ST
ASSOCIATION OF HUTTERIAN BRETHREN CHURCHES INC	PO BOX 490
BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	1620 MILWAUKEE AVE NE
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	1324 8TH AVE NE APT 4
CHRISTIAN WORSHIP HOUR	1623 6TH AVE SE
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	HIGHWAY 281 FAIRGROUNDS ROAD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	1500 E MELGAARD RD
FIRST REFORMED CHURCH	818 9TH AVE SE
FREEDOM WORSHIP CENTER ASSEMBLY OF GOD	516 PRODUCTION ST STE 200
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH ABERDEEN	1429 N DAKOTA ST
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH	1020 CONVENTION CENTER ST
HUB CITY CHURCH	1701 8TH AVE NE
HUB CITY MOMS	13345 383RD AVE
IMMANUEL BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 861
NEW HOPE FELLOWSHIP	809 4TH AVE NE
NEW LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	619 8TH AVE NW
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH	624 N JAY ST
PEACE LUTHERAN BRETHREN CHURCH	R D 4
PRAISE FAMILY BIBLE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 1452
RURAL GOSPEL INITIATIVE	214 7TH AVE SW
SAINT JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH	37900 140TH ST
SONLIGHT CHILDRENS FOUNDATION INC	PO BOX 60
ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH	214 7TH AVE SW
SUSIE HINEX MINISTRIES	621 17TH AVE NE
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	915 S DAKOTA ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aberdeen

What is the population of Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has a population of 28,297 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 1,708 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Aberdeen expensive to live in?

Aberdeen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,715, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $205,500 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Aberdeen safe?

The violent crime rate in Aberdeen is 554 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,179 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Aberdeen receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,047. There are 1,522 business establishments in the area, including 102 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 5.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Aberdeen?

The median home value in Aberdeen is $205,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,161. For renters, the median monthly rent is $783. Fair market rent is $784 for a 1-bedroom and $990 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,536.

How are the schools in Aberdeen?

Schools in Aberdeen score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.6% of adults in Aberdeen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Aberdeen?

The obesity rate in Aberdeen is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 24.1% are physically inactive. 21.2% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 84.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,588.

What is transportation like in Aberdeen?

The average commute in Aberdeen is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Aberdeen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Aberdeen is 82.3% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 8.8% Hispanic or Latino. 90.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.4% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Groton, SD 1,794 pop · 17.9 mi Ipswich, SD 1,126 pop · 27.3 mi Redfield, SD 2,230 pop · 40.9 mi Britton, SD 1,117 pop · 41.3 mi Webster, SD 1,823 pop · 46.8 mi Oakes, ND 2,046 pop · 50.1 mi Clark, SD 1,181 pop · 53.9 mi Miller, SD 1,346 pop · 70.0 mi Sisseton, SD 2,593 pop · 70.2 mi Watertown, SD 22,859 pop · 74.6 mi Lisbon, ND 2,262 pop · 77.1 mi Huron, SD 14,347 pop · 77.2 mi Gettysburg, SD 1,344 pop · 78.9 mi Milbank, SD 3,513 pop · 90.7 mi

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Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

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Climate & Environment 15/19

Community 14/14

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Historical Trends 0/3

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