Hartford, SD

South Dakota · Minnehaha County · Sioux Falls Metro

Hartford is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 3,412. Residents earn $95,426 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

3,412 Population 1,080/sq mi density

$95,426 Median Income $42,837 per capita

$223,400 Home Value $389,774 Zillow

$937 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr

87 Violent Crime/100K 1,069 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$95,426 median income, 0.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$223,400 home value, $937/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

87 violent crimes/100K (77% below avg)

Education

3.5 / 5.0

30.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $95,426

27% higher than US avg

Home Value $223,400

21% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 87/100K

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.9%

8% lower than US avg

Median Rent $937

19% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.9%

75% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.9%

77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,412

Median Age39.5 yrs

Density1,080/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans13.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$95,426

Per Capita$42,837

Unemployment0.9%

Poverty2.9%

County GDP$22,447M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$223,400

Rent$937

Ownership74.0%

Zillow$389,774

Housing Units1,351

Rent Burden25.5%

Crime

Violent87/100K

Property1,069/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking12.5%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain28.3 in/yr

Sunny Days291/yr

Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.9%

High School+98.2%

Graduate+5.8%

School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 42%

Commute18 min

Broadband89.6%

EV Stations34

Libraries15

Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartford is $95,426, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartford is $223,400, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hartford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 87 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,069 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hartford has a population of 3,412 with a density of 1,080 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.8% female and 52.2% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.3% of residents. 13.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,412

Total Population

1,080

People / sq mi

39.5yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

2.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.3%

26% above US avg

Spanish 0.7%

95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartford is $95,426, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,837. The average weekly wage is $1,252, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 9,989 business establishments, including 558 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hartford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$95,426
	27% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,837
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,252
IRS Avg AGI	$93,803
Gini Index	0.429 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.9%
	75% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.9%
	77% below US avg
Establishments (County)	9,989
County GDP	$22,447M

Business (County)

Restaurants	558
Healthcare	581
Retail	804
Manufacturing	192

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,828
	95% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.9 min
Drive Alone	92.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartford is $223,400, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,774, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $937 (19% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,351 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $6,828 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$223,400
	21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$389,774
Median List Price	$368,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$368,500
$/Sq Ft	$165
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.4%
Price Drops	16.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$937
	19% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,295
Rent Burden	25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	74.0%
Owner-Occupied	74.0%
Renter-Occupied	26.0%
Housing Units	1,351
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,828
	95% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.06%

In Hartford, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 28.3% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 21.9% report binge drinking. 19.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:979. The dentist ratio is 1:1,774. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	28.3%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	4.6%
Cancer	7.9%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.5%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.9%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	15.7%
Physical Distress	9.8%
Short Sleep	26.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.4%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Primary Care	1:979
Dentists	1:1,774
Mental Health	1:396
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	76.4%
Premature Death	7,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	90.0%
Healthcare Facilities	581

Hartford has a violent crime rate of 87 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,069 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 18 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hartford receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	87.3/100K
	77% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,069.2/100K
	45% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	4.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 291 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 28.3 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 1,545 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	46.6°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,545 ft (471 m)
Area	2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density	1,080/sq mi
Coordinates	43.6195°N, 96.9370°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Minnehaha County County
Nearest Airport	Joe Foss Field (FSD) 10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"

26% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.62"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0443 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	8.4 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.16 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)	0.24 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.7 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	89.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability	14.1 / 100
Community Resilience	86.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Mar 6, 2024.

Oct 25, 1990	8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota	M3.6	125 km
Feb 6, 1996	1 km N of Wausa, Nebraska	M3.6	133 km
Jul 26, 2002	0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota	M3.1	132 km
Jan 4, 2021	5 km N of Tyndall, South Dakota	M3.1	99 km
Jan 16, 2022	9 km NE of Plankinton, South Dakota	M2.5	119 km
Mar 6, 2024	6 km SSE of Santee, Nebraska	M2.5	116 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

637 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 11 fatalities, 303 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 16, 1992	EF5	76 km	1
Jun 25, 2010	EF4	82 km	0
Jun 24, 2003	EF4	99 km	0
May 30, 1998	EF4	62 km	6
Jun 7, 1993	EF4	11 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF4	40 km	0
Jun 16, 1992	EF4	91 km	0
Jun 7, 1965	EF4	55 km	1
Aug 7, 1994	EF3	89 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	29 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	42 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	34 km	0
May 7, 1993	EF3	29 km	0
Jun 16, 1992	EF3	70 km	0
Jun 16, 1992	EF3	83 km	0
Apr 20, 1985	EF3	74 km	0
Aug 3, 1981	EF3	42 km	0
Jul 5, 1978	EF3	62 km	0
May 31, 1971	EF3	91 km	0
Jun 15, 1970	EF3	59 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	16°F (-9°C)	0.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	21°F (-6°C)	0.7 in
March	33°F (0°C)	1.6 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.5 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.0 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in	Wettest
July	74°F (24°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	2.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	2.8 in
October	48°F (9°C)	1.8 in
November	32°F (-0°C)	1.1 in
December	19°F (-7°C)	0.7 in

Hartford has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 16°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and January the driest (0.5").

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Hartford is located in Minnehaha County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.2% of the vote, a 12.7-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 34 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 581 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.2%

D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 12.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	18
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	4.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.9%
	8% below US avg
High School+	98.2%
Graduate Degree+	5.8%
School Test Score	6.02

B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,080/sq mi
Total Area	2.3 sq mi
County	Minnehaha County County

Services

Broadband Access	89.6%
Avg Download Speed	144.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	30.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	34
Alt Fuel Stations	56
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	581
Restaurants	558
Retail Stores	804

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.9 min
Drive Alone	92.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Average costs for common services in Hartford. 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	$772
Toddler	$772
Preschool	$724
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$518
Toddler	$518
Preschool	$499

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Minnehaha 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	27,518	698	$76,889	1.39
Retail Trade	16,608	860	$40,289	1.20
Manufacturing	12,279	213	$61,345	1.08
Accommodation & Food Services	11,737	559	$25,102	0.93
Finance & Insurance	8,766	746	$96,123	1.56
Construction	8,757	984	$76,737	1.20
Wholesale Trade	7,429	965	$89,891	1.36
Transportation & Warehousing	6,854	367	$53,807	1.17
Professional & Technical Services	6,334	1,889	$95,674	0.66
Administrative & Waste Services	4,596	792	$48,146	0.56
Other Services	3,708	638	$55,649	0.89
Arts & Entertainment	3,074	198	$25,281	1.32
Information & Technology	2,230	292	$80,818	0.86
Management of Companies	1,809	71	$141,902	0.77
Real Estate	1,685	373	$66,648	0.78
Educational Services	1,500	146	$39,392	0.52
Utilities	233	12	$141,398	0.44

Schools in Hartford

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
West Central High School - 01 (Charter)	High	403	22	18.3:1
West Central Middle School - 04 (Charter)	Middle	303	20	15.2:1
West Central Hartford Elementary - 05 (Charter)	Elementary	281	21	13.4:1

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Radio Stations near Hartford

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
The Blastozoic Era	christian rock	AAC 128 kbps
KELO-AM 1320 Sioux Falls, SD	news talk, sioux falls	AAC+ 64 kbps
KELO-FM 101.9 Sioux Falls, SD	adult contemporary, sioux falls	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Hartford

6 national parks and monuments found near Hartford.

Park	Type	Fee
Blue Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Missouri National Recreational River	National Recreational River	Free
Pipestone National Monument	National Monument	Free
Ponca State Park	State Park	Free
Saaranen Beach	State Park	Free
Split Rock Creek State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Hartford

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CENTER FOR WESTERN STUDIES	HISTORY MUSEUM		6052744007	$78,191,811
EIDE-DALRYMPLE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6052745451	$78,191,811
MEARS LIBRARY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6053316660	$37,150,134
DELBRIDGE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION			$4,636,120
KILIAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$2,834,342
SERTOMA BUTTERFLY HOUSE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6053349466	$680,118
WEGNER ARBORETUM SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1900 S PERRY PLACE	6053674414	$105,693
SOUTH DAKOTA ROCK AND ROLL MUSIC ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	PO BOX 2794		$58,780
DELL RAPIDS SOCIETY OF HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6054285504
GEORGE B. GERMAN MUSIC ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6053677097
GREAT PLAINS ZOO	GENERAL MUSEUM		6053397003
KIRBY SCIENCE DISCOVERY CENTER - WASHINGTON PAVILION OF ARTS AND SCIENCE	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	301 S MAIN AVENUE
MUSEUM OF VISUAL MATERIALS	GENERAL MUSEUM		6052719500
PETTIGREW HOME AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6053677097
SIOUX EMPIRE MEDICAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6053336397
SIOUX VALLEY MODEL ENGINEERS SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	2301 WEST BAILEY ST	6053327890
SIOUXLAND HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SOUTH DAKOTA AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 2266	6053676000
SOUTH DAKOTA TENNIS HALL OF FAME	HISTORY MUSEUM
STARLAB PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	200 WEST 6TH STREET
TEA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
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Libraries in Hartford

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SIOUXLAND LIBRARIES	200 NORTH DAKOTA AVE	1,300,872
DELL RAPIDS CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	513 N ORLEANS AVE	21,550
PARKER PUBLIC LIBRARY	115 N MAIN AVENUE	12,272
HARRISBURG COMMUNITY LIBRARY	200 WILLOW ST. STE. A	4,721
TEA COMMUNITY LIBRARY	500 W. BRIAN	3,059

Farmers Markets in Hartford

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Eastbank Saturday Market	8th and Railroad Center	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Falls Park Farmers Market	E Falls Park Drive and N 2nd Ave	05/04/2019 to 10/26/2019	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Hartford Farmers Market	1001 N Oaks Ave	07/15/2018 to 10/14/2018	Sun: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
The Prairie Farmers' Market	300 N. Cherapa Place	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
West Mall Open Air Market	41st St. & Western Ave.				Visit

Breweries in Hartford

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Fernson Brewing	Brewery	1400 E Robur Doctor Sioux Falls Sd 57104
Hydra Beer Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	2425 S Shirley Ave	6052755544
Prairie Berry East Bank	Wine Bar, Caf, and Brewery Downtown Sioux Falls, Brewery, Café, Wine Bar, Caf, and Brewery, Wine Bar	322 E 8th St	6054967175	Visit
Woodgrain Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	101 S Phillips Ave	16053105316

Pharmacies in Hartford

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
THE MEDICAP PHARMACY	304 WEST HIGHWAY 38	605-528-2000

Cell Towers in Hartford

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
24760 467TH AVENUE (108317)	GTOWER	124
24760 467TH AVENUE (108317)	GTOWER	124
45182 275TH STREET (108363)	GTOWER	96
45182 275TH STREET (108363)	GTOWER	96
25901 457TH AVENUE (108188)	GTOWER	92
25901 457TH AVENUE (108188)	GTOWER	92
46257 266th St (108318)	LTOWER	82
46257 266th St (108318)	LTOWER	82
.54 MI NORTH OF MCLEOD SCHOOL, HARTFORD, SD	TOWER	81
1.8 miles Southwest of Tea, SD	TOWER	59

Fire Stations in Hartford

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Hartford Fire & Rescue	305 South ST	Volunteer			605-528-3511

Bridges in Hartford

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2008	222	8,550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2007	222	8,550	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	239	8,550	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1989	239	8,550	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1962	163	7,615	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2023	43	7,615	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1949	37	4,025	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1986	192	3,892	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	20	3,702	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	254	3,545	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2009	21	2,579	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1967	106	1,554	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1952	21	1,535	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1989	165	1,082	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1977	145	589	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	2020	113	490	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2009	57	161	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1999	132	127	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2017	91	126	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	67	89	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1988	130	55	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1989	67	54	F
Culvert	Concrete	2000	51	50	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2002	30	50	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1987	223	48	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1976	92	32	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2019	32	30	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	254	20	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1930	63	13	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	2014	82	13	G

Airports Near Hartford

27 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chan Gurney Municipal Airport	YKN	Medium Airport
Sioux Falls Regional Airport	FSD	Medium Airport
Brookings Regional Airport	BKX	Small Airport
Calico Field	—	Small Airport
Canton Municipal Airport	CTK	Small Airport
Chris Hofer Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Dangel Airport	—	Small Airport
Dykstra Acreage Airport	—	Small Airport
Erickson Intergalactic Airport	—	Small Airport
Flandreau Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Glenwood Field	—	Small Airport
Howard Field	—	Small Airport
Howard Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Jensen Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Preston Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Lee Airport	—	Small Airport
Lodi Airport	—	Small Airport
Madison Municipal Airport	XMD	Small Airport
Marv Skie / Lincoln County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mettler Airport	—	Small Airport
Oakleaf Airport	—	Small Airport
Pipestone Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Quentin Aanenson Airfield - Luverne Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Turkey Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Weelborg Airport	—	Small Airport
Wings on the Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Zangger Vintage Airpark	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Hartford

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Sioux Falls Law Enforcement Center	320 West 4th Street

Grocery Stores in Hartford

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 10943	Other	302 E Highway 38
Get N Go 03	Convenience Store	101 E 9th St
Sunshine Foods	Supermarket	118 Highway 38 W

Treatment Centers in Hartford

13 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Arch	Substance Abuse	605-336-2556
Carroll Institute - Outpatient Alcohol and Drug Center	Substance Abuse	605-336-2556
Counseling Resources	Substance Abuse	605-331-2419
Glory House of Sioux Falls	Substance Abuse	605-332-3273
Keystone Treatment Center - Outpatient Program	Substance Abuse	888-450-7844
Lutheran Social Services of SD - Summit Oaks Center	Mental Health	605-221-2346
Sands Freedom Center	Substance Abuse	605-988-9133
Sioux Falls Treatment Center LLC	Substance Abuse	605-332-3236
Sioux Falls VAHCS	Both	605-336-3230
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare - Community Support Services	Both	605-336-0503
Southeastern Behavioral Healthcare - Counseling and Childrens Services	Both	605-336-0510
Tallgrass Recovery and - Sober Living Homes	Substance Abuse	605-368-5559
Volunteers of America Dakotas	Substance Abuse	605-334-1414

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hartford

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CENTRAL VALLEY COMMUNITY CHURCH	800 CRESSMAN TRL
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH	701 N MAIN AVE
COWBOY WAY CHURCH	46089 263RD ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	46448 263RD ST
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 367

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hartford

What is the population of Hartford?

Hartford has a population of 3,412 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 1,080 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 47.8% female and 52.2% male.

Is Hartford expensive to live in?

Hartford 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 $95,426, 27% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $223,400 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $937 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hartford safe?

Hartford is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 87 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,069 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hartford receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hartford?

Hartford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Hartford?

The job market in Hartford is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,252. There are 9,989 business establishments in the area, including 558 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hartford?

The median home value in Hartford is $223,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,774. For renters, the median monthly rent is $937. Fair market rent is $784 for a 1-bedroom and $990 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,828.

How are the schools in Hartford?

Schools in Hartford score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 30.9% of adults in Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hartford?

The obesity rate in Hartford is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 19.9% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:979.

What is transportation like in Hartford?

The average commute in Hartford is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hartford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hartford is 92.2% White, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 99.3% of residents speak only English at home. 13.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.8% of residents have a disability. 94.4% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Crooks, SD 1,216 pop · 7.0 mi Sioux Falls, SD 197,642 pop · 11.6 mi Tea, SD 6,339 pop · 12.7 mi Baltic, SD 1,512 pop · 13.9 mi Harrisburg, SD 7,790 pop · 17.0 mi Brandon, SD 10,996 pop · 17.8 mi Dell Rapids, SD 3,947 pop · 18.0 mi Parker, SD 1,247 pop · 18.2 mi Lennox, SD 2,587 pop · 18.8 mi Marion, SD 1,004 pop · 21.1 mi Worthing, SD 1,087 pop · 21.7 mi Garretson, SD 1,166 pop · 22.7 mi Salem, SD 1,201 pop · 23.7 mi Colman, SD 1,011 pop · 25.9 mi

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