Mitchell, SD

South Dakota · Davison County

Mitchell is a small city in South Dakota with a population of 15,637. Residents earn $56,374 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0

B Good

15,637 Population 1,354/sq mi density

$56,374 Median Income $35,556 per capita

$182,000 Home Value $245,185 Zillow

$754 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr

375 Violent Crime/100K 3,420 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$56,374 median income, 0.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.9 / 5.0

$182,000 home value, $754/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

375 violent crimes/100K (1% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

25.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,374

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $182,000

35% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 375/100K

1% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.7%

24% lower than US avg

Median Rent $754

35% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.7%

81% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.8%

45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,637

Median Age39.8 yrs

Density1,354/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans7.3%

Economy

Median Income$56,374

Per Capita$35,556

Unemployment0.7%

Poverty6.8%

County GDP$1,725M

Commute12 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$182,000

Rent$754

Ownership58.7%

Zillow$245,185

Housing Units7,929

Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

Violent375/100K

Property3,420/100K

Murder6.4/100K

Assault280/100K

Burglary388/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking16.7%

Depression21.8%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation1,303 ft (397 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.7%

High School+92.9%

Graduate+4.9%

School Score6.47

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%

Commute12 min

Broadband84.9%

EV Stations4

Libraries1

Is Mitchell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mitchell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mitchell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mitchell is $56,374, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mitchell is $182,000, 35% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $754 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

Violent crime in Mitchell is below the national average at 375 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,420 per 100,000, 74% above the national average.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mitchell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mitchell has a population of 15,637 with a density of 1,354 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 6.9% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

15,637

Total Population

1,354

People / sq mi

39.8yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

12.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.7%

72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mitchell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mitchell is $56,374, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,556. The average weekly wage is $1,025, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 835 business establishments, including 82 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mitchell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,374
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,556
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,025
IRS Avg AGI	$74,672
Gini Index	0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.7%
	81% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.8%
	45% below US avg
Establishments (County)	835
County GDP	$1,725M

Business (County)

Restaurants	82
Healthcare	92
Retail	118
Manufacturing	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,409
	55% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.0 min
Drive Alone	77.3%
Public Transit	1.1%
Work from Home	8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mitchell is $182,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,185, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $754 (35% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,929 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $5,409 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.3% 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	$182,000
	35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$245,185
Median List Price	$247,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$247,400
$/Sq Ft	$134
Homes Sold	9
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.1%
Price Drops	20.0%
Inventory	40

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$754
	35% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$931
Rent Burden	26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.7%
Owner-Occupied	58.7%
Renter-Occupied	41.3%
Housing Units	7,929
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,409
	55% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.97%

In Mitchell, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 16.7% are current smokers. 20.0% report binge drinking. 24.3% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,242. The dentist ratio is 1:1,051. 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-28)

PM2.5

3.2

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

4.9

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

0.8

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

121.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.2

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

125.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.1%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.7%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	21.8%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.1%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,242
Dentists	1:1,051
Mental Health	1:623
Checkup Rate	73.0%
Dental Visits	64.2%
Premature Death	7,039/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	81.6%
Healthcare Facilities	92

Mitchell has a violent crime rate of 375 per 100,000 residents, 1% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 279.7 per 100,000, robbery at 6.4, rape at 82.6. The murder rate is 6.4 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,420 per 100,000, 74% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,778, burglary at 388, vehicle theft at 254 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mitchell receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	375.0/100K
	1% below US avg
Murder	6.4/100K
	1% above US avg
Rape	82.6/100K
Robbery	6.4/100K
Assault	279.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,419.6/100K
	74% above US avg
Burglary	387.7/100K
Theft	2,777.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	254.2/100K
Arson	25.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	4
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mitchell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,303 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	46.6°F
	14% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,303 ft (397 m)
Area	12.1 sq mi (31.4 km²)
Population Density	1,354/sq mi
Coordinates	43.7271°N, 98.0422°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Davison County County
Nearest Airport	Mitchell Municipal (MHE) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.46"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	39.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.1 / 100
Community Resilience	81.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 27, 2025.

Nov 3, 2002	16 km SSW of Butte, Nebraska	M4.3	127 km
Jun 4, 2021	10 km NE of Anoka, Nebraska	M3.7	98 km
Oct 25, 1990	8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota	M3.6	35 km
Feb 6, 1996	1 km N of Wausa, Nebraska	M3.6	141 km
Jun 4, 2021	9 km ENE of Anoka, Nebraska	M3.1	98 km
Jul 26, 2002	0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota	M3.1	72 km
Jan 4, 2021	5 km N of Tyndall, South Dakota	M3.1	77 km
Feb 7, 2014	11 km NE of Bijou Hills, South Dakota	M3.0	84 km
Jul 3, 1995	9 km SSW of Fort Thompson, South Dakota	M2.8	121 km
Apr 27, 2025	9 km NE of Burke, South Dakota	M2.5	109 km
Jan 16, 2022	9 km NE of Plankinton, South Dakota	M2.5	29 km
Mar 6, 2024	6 km SSE of Santee, Nebraska	M2.5	106 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

512 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 8 fatalities, 238 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 18, 2014	EF4	45 km	0
Jun 24, 2003	EF4	65 km	0
May 30, 1998	EF4	29 km	6
Jun 7, 1993	EF4	90 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF4	64 km	0
Jun 7, 1965	EF4	90 km	1
May 5, 2007	EF3	31 km	0
Aug 24, 2006	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 24, 2003	EF3	72 km	0
Jun 24, 2003	EF3	38 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	91 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	88 km	0
Jun 7, 1993	EF3	62 km	0
May 7, 1993	EF3	61 km	0
Jun 16, 1992	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 16, 1992	EF3	57 km	0
Aug 3, 1981	EF3	88 km	0
Jun 15, 1970	EF3	99 km	0
Jun 20, 1968	EF3	7 km	0
Jun 26, 1965	EF3	86 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GANN VALLEY (2,534 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	GANN VALLEY	2,534	87 km
2023	SDLDR-HFR-FY23-RX-BROKEN ARROW UNITS B-C-D-E-G-H-I	1,185	60 km
2009	TAHOHPI WUI RX	1,166	78 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	17°F (-8°C)	0.4 in	Coldest, Driest
February	23°F (-5°C)	0.6 in
March	34°F (1°C)	1.6 in
April	48°F (9°C)	2.6 in
May	60°F (16°C)	3.3 in
June	70°F (21°C)	3.5 in	Wettest
July	74°F (23°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
August	73°F (23°C)	2.3 in
September	63°F (17°C)	2.1 in
October	50°F (10°C)	1.7 in
November	33°F (1°C)	1.1 in
December	20°F (-7°C)	0.5 in

Mitchell has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 17°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and January the driest (0.4").

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Mitchell is located in Davison County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 24% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.7% of the vote, a 37.8-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 92 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.7%

D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	4
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.7%
	24% below US avg
High School+	92.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.9%
School Test Score	6.47

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K
Population Density	1,354/sq mi
Total Area	12.1 sq mi
County	Davison County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.9%
Avg Download Speed	173.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	99.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	6
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	92
Restaurants	82
Retail Stores	118

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.0 min
Drive Alone	77.3%
Public Transit	1.1%
Work from Home	8.5%

Average costs for common services in Mitchell. 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 Davison 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	1,993	67	$59,414	1.11
Retail Trade	1,806	119	$39,626	1.44
Manufacturing	1,760	32	$62,437	1.71
Accommodation & Food Services	1,245	74	$21,470	1.09
Construction	966	84	$64,807	1.47
Wholesale Trade	619	52	$74,274	1.25
Professional & Technical Services	559	74	$88,820	0.64
Finance & Insurance	441	72	$73,761	0.87
Educational Services	323	10	$31,107	1.25
Other Services	286	55	$40,015	0.76
Arts & Entertainment	189	19	$22,818	0.90
Transportation & Warehousing	160	25	$47,233	0.30
Information & Technology	158	15	$50,002	0.67
Real Estate	72	22	$27,120	0.37
Utilities	69	4	$95,164	1.45

Colleges & Universities in Mitchell

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Mitchell Technical College	Public · Associate	1,407	-	$7,524	$7,524
Dakota Wesleyan University	Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's	994	72.8%	$32,890	$32,890

Hospitals in Mitchell

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE	Critical Access Hospitals	-	Yes	(605) 995-2000

Schools in Mitchell

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Mitchell High School - 01 (Charter)	High	896	48	18.7:1
Mitchell Middle School - 02 (Charter)	Middle	616	39	15.8:1
L. B. Williams Elementary - 03 (Charter)	Elementary	436	33	13.2:1
Gertie Belle Rogers Elementary - 04 (Charter)	Elementary	390	28	13.9:1
Longfellow Elementary - 05 (Charter)	Elementary	318	30	10.6:1
Abbott House High School - 07 (Charter)	High	27	1	27.0:1
Rosedale Colony Elementary - 11 (Charter)	Elementary	25	1	25.0:1
Abbott House Elementary - 06 (Charter)	Elementary	15	2	7.5:1
Millbrook Colony Elementary - 04 (Charter)	Elementary	6	1	6.0:1
Hanson Colony Alternative High School - 07 (Charter)	High	6	0	-

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Radio Stations near Mitchell

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Mitchell

4 national parks and monuments found near Mitchell.

Park	Type	Fee
Missouri National Recreational River	National Recreational River	Free
Niobrara State Park	State Park	Free
Niobrara State Park	State Park	Free
Saaranen Beach	State Park	Free

Museums in Mitchell

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MIDDLE BORDER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6059962122	$208,936
MITCHELL PREHISTORIC INDIAN VILLAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3200 INDIAN VILLIAGE ROAD	6059965473	$174,460
MITCHELL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$76,875
DAKOTA DISCOVERY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6059962122
ENCHANTED WORLD DOLL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	615 N MAIN	6059969896
PRESERVE SOUTH DAKOTA	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
SOUKUP & THOMAS INTERNATIONAL BALLOON & AIRSHIP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6059962311
TELSTAR MUSTANG SHELBY COBRA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6059966550

Libraries in Mitchell

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
MITCHELL PUBLIC LIBRARY	221 N DUFF STREET	0.0	5,025

Hotels in Mitchell

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn Lodge & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites

Days Inn

Hampton

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Kelly Inn and Suites

Quality Inn

Thunderbird Lodge

Restaurants in Mitchell

20 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blarney's Sports Bar & Grill

Catteleman's Club Steakhouse

Corona Village

Dino's Diner

El Columpio

Godfather's Pizza

La Tequilera Mexican Food

Lake House

Los 3 Amigos

Marlin's Family Restaurant

Mya's Teriyaki

New China Buffet

Pizza Hut

Pizza Ranch

Ruby Tuesday

The Back 40

The Depot Pub & Grille

Tokyo Japanese Cuisine

Twin Dragon

Zesto

Cafes in Mitchell

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caribou Coffee

Corner Stone Ice Cream, Coffee, Deli

Koinonia Kafe

Lueken's Coffee Shop & Bakery

Scooter's Coffee

Starbucks

Cinemas in Mitchell

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Luxury 5

Starlite Drive-In Theatre

Theatres in Mitchell

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pepsi-Cola Theatre for the Performing Arts

Monuments in Mitchell

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Kiwanis Woodlot Monument

Clinics in Mitchell

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avera Grassland Health Campus

DaVita Dialysis

US #1053644421

Dentists in Mitchell

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dental Designs

Hart Dental

Veterinaries in Mitchell

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Creekside Veterinary Clinic

Lakeview Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Mitchell

16 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Cenex

Circle K

Clark

Freedom

Little Dukes

M & H

Shell

Sinclair

Banks in Mitchell

14 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BankWest

CorTrust Bank

Dakotaland Federal Credit Union

Farm Credit Services of America

First Dakota National Bank

First Interstate Bank

First National Bank

Fulton State Bank

Plains Commerce Bank

U.S. Bank

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Mitchell

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

DWU/Avera Sports and Wellness Complex

GreatLIFE Fitness

Golf Courses in Mitchell

4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dry Run Creek Park & Disc Golf Course

Kiwanis Disc Golf Course

Lakeview Golf Course

Wild Oak Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Mitchell

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
AVERA BRADY HEALTH AND REHAB 500 S OHLMAN	Non profit - Church related	84	84	5/5	-	4/5	5/5	6059967701
FIRESTEEL HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY 1120 EAST 7TH AVENUE	For profit - Corporation	148	129	2/5	-	4/5	5/5	6059966526

Pharmacies in Mitchell

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE PHARMACY	525 NORTH FOSTER STREET	605-995-2000
KMART	1313 SOUTH BURR STREET	605-996-1384
SHOPKO	1900 NORTH MAIN STREET	605-996-6568
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	1007 NORTH MAIN STREET	605-996-7751
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2990	1101 EAST SPRUCE STREET	605-995-6845
WALGREENS - 10347	901 SOUTH BURR STREET	605-996-3179

EV Charging Stations in Mitchell

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
County Fair Plaza - Tesla Supercharger	1305 W. Havens Street	Tesla		6	TESLA	public
Vern Eide Chevrolet Buick GMC Mitchell	219 E First Avenue	EV Connect	1	1	J1772 J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Mitchell

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
23057 Mitchell (108159)	GTOWER	122
23057 Mitchell (108159)	GTOWER	122
(Mitchell) 25451 405th Avenue	TOWER	97
(North Mitchell) NW Corner of Commerce Street & West 15th Ave	TOWER	33

Fire Stations in Mitchell

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Mitchell Fire & Ambulance	201 W 1ST AVE	Mostly career			605-995-8400
Rosedale Fire Department	25986 Rosedale RD	Volunteer			605-239-4282

Bridges in Mitchell

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2001	199	13,545	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2001	29	13,545	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1990	32	11,950	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	254	9,701	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1996	49	9,143	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1997	235	7,162	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	752	7,065	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	752	7,065	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1967	158	7,065	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1967	158	7,065	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	266	7,065	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1966	266	7,065	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	119	6,520	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	119	6,520	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1946	53	3,929	F
Culvert	Concrete	1976	37	3,667	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1988	21	2,719	G
Culvert	Steel	1989	51	2,719	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	143	2,460	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1943	143	2,460	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1988	178	2,279	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1988	307	2,279	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1975	126	1,596	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1975	126	1,596	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2006	100	1,065	G
Culvert	Concrete	1954	38	897	F
Culvert	Concrete	2001	25	742	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	50	742	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	254	653	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	126	640	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1965	254	590	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1952	166	500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1975	262	466	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	323	460	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1910	90	390	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	350	384	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	45	350	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1967	91	218	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2000	25	187	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1975	329	175	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1920	32	149	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1915	36	149	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2009	29	114	G
Culvert	Concrete	2020	23	114	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	65	70	P
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	45	64	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	35	64	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	25	64	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2023	130	64	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	135	64	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	35	64	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	40	64	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	38	48	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	50	47	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1970	32	45	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1985	198	45	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	31	40	P
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1975	151	35	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1963	32	25	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1917	32	25	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	30	25	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1935	35	15	P

Correctional Facilities in Mitchell

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
DAVISON COUNTY JAIL	1015 SOUTH MILLER AVE	COUNTY	-999	70	OPEN
ABBOTT HOUSE	909 COURT MERRILL ST	STATE	-999	40	OPEN

Airports Near Mitchell

19 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Huron Regional Airport	HON	Medium Airport
Burke Field	-	Small Airport
Calico Field	-	Small Airport
Corsica Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Howard Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Ingle Airport	-	Small Airport
Lake Andes Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Lake Preston Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Lee Airport	-	Small Airport
Mettler Airport	-	Small Airport
Mitchell Municipal Airport	MHE	Small Airport
MJ Aviation Airport I	-	Small Airport
Nicolaisen Airport	-	Small Airport
Parkston Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Plihal Farms Airport	-	Small Airport
Wagner Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Wessington Springs Airport	-	Small Airport
Wilder Airport	-	Small Airport
Winter Airfield	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mitchell

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Mitchell Dept of Public Safety

Grocery Stores in Mitchell

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Arnie's First And Foster	Convenience Store	1218 E 1st Ave
CASEY'S 3321	Convenience Store	100 S Main St
Coborn's 2025	Super Store	1800 N Main St
County Fair Food & Fuel 9009	Convenience Store	1012 W Havens Ave
County Fair Food Store	Supermarket	1305 W Havens Ave
Cubby's Mitchell East 401	Convenience Store	1000 S Burr St
Cubby's Mitchell West 402	Convenience Store	1700 W Havens Ave
Dollar Tree 2384	Other	1101 E Spruce St
Holiday Stationstore 2746490	Convenience Store	1821 S Burr St
Mitchell Locker	Specialty Store	1420 E Havens Ave
Mitchell Meat Lodge Llc	Specialty Store	904 E Spruce St
Papa Murphy's Pizza SD007	Specialty Store	1901 N Main St
Walgreens 10347	Other	902 S Burr St
Walmart SC 2990	Super Store	1101 E Spruce St

DOL Wage Violations in Mitchell

17 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $81,750 in back wages owed to 202 employees.

Violations

$81,750

Back Wages Owed

202

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
MUELLER LUMBER COMPANY [OSHA]	-	-	57301	Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panel Merchant Wholesalers	1	$20,594	$2,059	10
Dale's A-1 Transmission	-	-	57301	-	1	$13,112	$3,278	4
Porter Distributing Co	-	-	57301	-	1	$12,168	$1,738	7
TRAIL KING INDUSTRIES, INC. [OSHA]	-	-	57301	Truck Trailer Manufacturing	1	$6,287	$57	110
Signatures	-	-	57301	-	1	$5,528	$614	9
Big Green Fertilizer Company	-	-	57301	-	1	$5,238	$1,310	4
Lakeview Veterinary Clinic	-	-	57301	-	1	$5,147	$735	7
City of Mitchell- Parks Department	-	-	57301	-	1	$3,704	$247	15
The Window Shop	-	-	57301	-	1	$2,746	$549	5
AVERA QUEEN OF PEACE [OSHA]	-	Avera Queen of Peace	57301	Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)	1	$2,172	$271	8
Hard Drive Central - The Office Advantage	-	-	57301	-	1	$2,135	$213	10
Sugar & Spice Daycare	-	-	57301	-	1	$883	$177	5
Corn Palace Motel	-	-	57301	-	1	$828	$414	2
Tri State Janitorial/Janitor's Express	-	-	57301	-	1	$675	$675	1
Ramada Inn	-	Wyndham Hotels	57301	-	1	$275	$92	3
Comfort Inn & Suites	-	Choice Hotels	57301	-	1	$171	$171	1
MUTH ELECTRIC	-	-	57301	Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors	1	$86	$86	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mitchell

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANCHORD RECOVERY INC	1809 N WISCONSIN ST
ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHURCH	501 W 23RD AVE
ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	PO BOX 100
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	1200 W ASH AVE
CHILDRENS BIBLE MISSION	2308 QUIETT LN
CHRIST TEMPLE CHURCH OF SOUTH DAKOTA INC	PO BOX 1281
FAITH MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION FAITH HOME CHAPEL	1009 E 6TH AVE
FIRST LUTHERAN DAY CARE CENTER INC	411 N DUFF ST
HARVEST COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	1017 W NORWAY AVE
HOLY SPIRIT CHURCH	222 N KIMBALL ST
HUTTERIAN BRETHREN CHURCH- SCHMIEDENLEUT INC	41659 256TH ST
IGNITE MINISTRIES	504 N ROWLEY ST
MITCHELL ASSEMBLY OF GOD	220 W 19TH AVE
MITCHELL FOUNDATION FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION	221 E 3RD AVE
NORTHRIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH	323 W 23RD AVE
POWER OF PRAISE APOSTOLIC CHURCH	913 E 5TH AVE
REUNION CHURCH	700 E 15TH AVE
RIVERTREE CHURCH	601 N SANBORN BLVD
SISTERHOOD MINISTRIES INC	1 N HARMON DR
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	1400 E 2ND AVE
UP ARMORED MINISTRY	32 S HARMON DR
UPPER MIDWEST RECOVERY INC DAKOTAS CONFERENCE OFFICE	PO BOX 460
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH	620 E 3RD AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mitchell

What is the population of Mitchell?

Mitchell has a population of 15,637 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 1,354 people per square mile, spread across 12.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Mitchell expensive to live in?

Mitchell 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 $56,374, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $182,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $754 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 Mitchell safe?

Mitchell is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 375 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,420 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mitchell receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mitchell?

Mitchell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Mitchell?

The job market in Mitchell is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,025. There are 835 business establishments in the area, including 82 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mitchell?

The median home value in Mitchell is $182,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,185. For renters, the median monthly rent is $754. Fair market rent is $784 for a 1-bedroom and $990 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,409.

How are the schools in Mitchell?

Schools in Mitchell score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.7% of adults in Mitchell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 4.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mitchell?

The obesity rate in Mitchell is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.7% of adults are smokers. 24.3% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance. 81.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,242.

What is transportation like in Mitchell?

The average commute in Mitchell is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mitchell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mitchell is 89.7% White, 6.9% Hispanic or Latino. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Parkston, SD 1,981 pop · 23.3 mi Salem, SD 1,201 pop · 32.6 mi Freeman, SD 1,558 pop · 40.3 mi Marion, SD 1,004 pop · 44.4 mi Huron, SD 14,347 pop · 44.7 mi Platte, SD 1,310 pop · 46.5 mi Wagner, SD 1,555 pop · 46.6 mi Madison, SD 6,158 pop · 50.4 mi Parker, SD 1,247 pop · 50.9 mi Tyndall, SD 1,206 pop · 51.7 mi Hartford, SD 3,412 pop · 55.7 mi Springfield, SD 2,073 pop · 60.2 mi Crooks, SD 1,216 pop · 61.9 mi Lennox, SD 2,587 pop · 63.2 mi

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 14/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 18/32

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