Oral, SD

South Dakota · Fall River County

Oral is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 12.

2.0 /5.0

C Fair

12 Population 7/sq mi density

47°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr

86 Violent Crime/100K 690 property/100K

Overall

2.0 / 5.0

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

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

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

Education

3.0 / 5.0

0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Violent Crime 86/100K

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.4%

21% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12

Median AgeN/A

Density7/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans12.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per CapitaN/A

Unemployment0.0%

PovertyN/A

County GDP$372M

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

Ownership100.0%

Zillow$335,202

Housing Units8

Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

Violent86/100K

Property690/100K

Health

Obesity25.4%

Uninsured6.4%

Smoking11.5%

Depression16.4%

Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain18.2 in/yr

Sunny Days302/yr

Elevation3,087 ft (941 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+50.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%

CommuteN/A

Broadband6.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries2

Is Oral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oral receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Oral has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%.

Safety & Crime

Oral is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 690 per 100,000, 65% below the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Oral experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.2 inches, including 36.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Oral has a population of 12 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 77.3% of residents, while 22.7% speak Spanish. 12.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 40.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 40.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Oral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 77.3%

2% below US avg

Spanish 22.7%

69% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oral is N/A. The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 352 business establishments, including 37 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Avg Weekly Wage	$985
IRS Avg AGI	$65,283
Gini Index	0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Establishments (County)	352
County GDP	$372M

Business (County)

Restaurants	37
Healthcare	18
Retail	35
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,050
	44% above US avg
Cost of Living	88.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,202. Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8 total housing units in the city. The average annual property tax is $5,050 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$335,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	100.0%
Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Renter-Occupied	0.0%
Housing Units	8

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,050
	44% above US avg

In Oral, 25.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.2% of residents, below the national average. 21.6% have high blood pressure. 11.5% are current smokers. 13.5% report binge drinking. 18.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 16.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 12.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.4% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,440. The dentist ratio is 1:1,474. 86.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.4%
	21% below US avg
Diabetes	7.1%
Heart Disease	4.2%
High Blood Pressure	21.6%
Asthma	8.1%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	5.6%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	13.5%
Physical Inactivity	18.0%
Depression	16.4%
Mental Distress	12.2%
Physical Distress	9.2%
Short Sleep	23.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	40.9%
Uninsured	6.4%
	26% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,440
Dentists	1:1,474
Mental Health	1:157
Checkup Rate	52.1%
Dental Visits	46.8%
Premature Death	12,519/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	86.4%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Oral has a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 690 per 100,000, 65% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Oral receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	86.3/100K
	77% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	690.1/100K
	65% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Oral experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 302 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 18.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 36.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 3,087 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	47.2°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	3,087 ft (941 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density	7/sq mi
Coordinates	43.4065°N, 103.2616°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Fall River County County
Nearest Airport	Rapid City Regional (RAP) 45 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.2"

52% below US avg

Snowfall 36.8"

Wettest Month (May) 2.87"

Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	30.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	92.2 / 100
Community Resilience	74.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 8, 2025.

May 25, 2003	10 km SSW of Martin, South Dakota	M4.0	124 km
Jan 28, 1990	8 km N of Manderson-White Horse Creek, South Dakota	M4.0	62 km
Apr 9, 1996	34 km SW of Edgemont, South Dakota	M3.7	78 km
Feb 6, 1996	13 km WNW of Hill City, South Dakota	M3.7	74 km
Mar 9, 2025	7 km W of Fairburn, South Dakota	M3.6	30 km
Dec 12, 2013	10 km WSW of Hermosa, South Dakota	M3.5	46 km
Mar 26, 2021	10 km E of Edgemont, South Dakota	M3.4	38 km
Mar 2, 1990	7 km N of Manderson-White Horse Creek, South Dakota	M3.2	63 km
May 3, 1996	32 km SSW of Edgemont, South Dakota	M3.1	74 km
Feb 7, 2007	11 km WSW of Wasta, South Dakota	M3.1	89 km
Jun 18, 1998	23 km S of Chadron, Nebraska	M3.1	90 km
Jun 29, 2024	22 km ESE of Hill View Heights, Wyoming	M3.0	65 km
Nov 2, 1992	5 km ESE of Lusk, Wyoming	M3.0	118 km
Jan 16, 2012	25 km E of Buffalo Gap, South Dakota	M3.0	23 km
Jun 16, 2024	7 km NNE of Buffalo Gap, South Dakota	M2.9	16 km
Mar 10, 2011	22 km N of Van Tassell, Wyoming	M2.9	90 km
Mar 18, 1994	4 km SSW of Hot Springs, South Dakota	M2.8	19 km
Jan 5, 2004	28 km SSE of Hill View Heights, Wyoming	M2.8	63 km
Jul 17, 2016	15 km NNE of Oelrichs, South Dakota	M2.8	13 km
Apr 4, 2024	19 km SW of Interior, South Dakota	M2.8	91 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

193 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 105 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 11, 1991	EF3	88 km	0
Aug 6, 1956	EF3	87 km	0
Jun 13, 2016	EF2	51 km	0
Jun 22, 2012	EF2	57 km	0
Jun 4, 1999	EF2	47 km	0
Jun 4, 1999	EF2	52 km	1
May 11, 1991	EF2	86 km	0
Aug 17, 1983	EF2	28 km	0
Jun 19, 1983	EF2	27 km	0
Jun 5, 1982	EF2	63 km	0
Jun 4, 1982	EF2	100 km	0
Jun 25, 1978	EF2	99 km	0
Jul 28, 1976	EF2	69 km	0
Jul 14, 1969	EF2	10 km	0
Jun 18, 1967	EF2	74 km	0
Jul 23, 1966	EF2	65 km	0
Jun 22, 1966	EF2	31 km	0
Jun 11, 1965	EF2	51 km	0
May 20, 1962	EF2	93 km	0
Jun 22, 1961	EF2	32 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JASPER (82,298 ac, 2000).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2000	JASPER	82,298	67 km
2012	WELLNITZ	77,277	66 km
2012	WEST ASH	55,228	80 km
2017	LEGION LAKE	54,868	31 km
1989	FT.ROBINSON	46,887	85 km
2006	SIOUX COUNTY COMPLEX	39,567	87 km
2012	DOUTHIT	29,036	74 km
2006	DAWES COUNTY COMPLEX	27,923	80 km
2007	STAMPEDE	22,848	61 km
1985	FLINT HILLS	21,062	33 km
1985	YELLOWBEAR	19,212	92 km
2016	FREEMAN	19,121	25 km
1985	4TH OFJULY	18,177	60 km
2003	RED POINT	18,057	68 km
2012	HAY CANYON	17,815	24 km
1988	GALENA	16,936	43 km
2002	BATTLE CREEK	15,034	57 km
1990	SWEDLUND	14,673	37 km
2016	INDIAN CANYON	13,791	46 km
2001	ELK MOUNTAIN 2	13,758	76 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	0.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	29°F (-2°C)	0.4 in
March	37°F (3°C)	0.9 in
April	47°F (8°C)	1.9 in
May	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in	Wettest
June	67°F (20°C)	2.9 in
July	73°F (23°C)	2.4 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	1.6 in
September	62°F (16°C)	1.3 in
October	49°F (10°C)	1.1 in
November	34°F (1°C)	0.5 in
December	26°F (-4°C)	0.4 in

Oral has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 25°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 16.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.9") and January the driest (0.3").

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Oral is located in Fall River County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.4% of the vote, a 49.3-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 18 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%

D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	50.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.43

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density	7/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi
County	Fall River County County

Services

Broadband Access	6.0%
Avg Download Speed	39.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	14.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	100 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	37
Retail Stores	35

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Average costs for common services in Oral. 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	$520
Toddler	$520
Preschool	$494
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$433
Toddler	$433
Preschool	$433

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Fall River County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	291	36	$33,333	1.16
Accommodation & Food Services	255	42	$19,871	1.11
Construction	120	39	$60,075	0.91
Professional & Technical Services	82	47	$67,768	0.47
Other Services	68	14	$23,351	0.90
Wholesale Trade	60	19	$49,116	0.61
Arts & Entertainment	58	7	$30,310	1.37
Agriculture & Forestry	55	10	$53,721	2.70
Administrative & Waste Services	46	22	$66,232	0.31
Finance & Insurance	38	15	$73,716	0.37
Information & Technology	35	9	$64,400	0.74
Mining & Oil/Gas	14	5	$81,250	1.47
Manufacturing	8	5	$33,782	0.04
Real Estate	8	8	$50,137	0.20

Radio Stations near Oral

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Oral

10 campgrounds found near Oral.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Bismark Lake	4.7/5	21	$30
Grizzly Bear Campground	4.6/5	19	$26
COMANCHE PARK	4.5/5	20	$26
Elk Mountain Campground	4.5/5	65	$12–$45
HORSETHIEF LAKE CAMPGROUND	4.5/5	22	$30
Cold Brook Campground	4.4/5	12	$18
Cottonwood Springs Campground	4.3/5	17	$18
WILLOW CREEK HORSE CAMP	4.3/5	9	$30
IRON CREEK HORSE CAMP	4.2/5	9	$30
OREVILLE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	16	$26

National Parks Near Oral

9 national parks and monuments found near Oral.

Park	Type	Fee
Agate Fossil Beds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Badlands National Park	National Park	$30
Chadron State Park	State Park	Free
Custer State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Robinson State Park	State Park	Free
Jewel Cave National Monument	National Monument	Free
Mount Rushmore National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
South Dakota Game Fish and Parks - Wildlife Division	State Park	Free
Wind Cave National Park	National Park	Free

Trails Near Oral

58 trails found near Oral.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
CENTENNIAL ON HELL	8.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
Unnamed	7.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	6.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	5.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLUEBIRD	5.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	4.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MARTIN	4.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	3.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	3.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	3.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORBECK #3	3.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HARNEY # 9 NORTH	3.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRIZZLY #7	3.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOST CABIN #2	3.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRIZZLY #7	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PINE BOUGH	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WILLOW CREEK #8	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IRON CREEK #15	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
Unnamed	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSETHIEF #14	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PINE NEEDLE	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLUE JAY	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
CENTENNIAL BYPASS 89B	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HARNEY # 9 SOUTH	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
Unnamed	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOST CABIN #2	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORBECK #3	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CENTENNIAL ON HELL	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
IRON MTN #16	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KOA 24	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOST CABIN SPUR B	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
Unnamed	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
PINE CONE	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLUE HERON	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SNOW-2P	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HARNEY # 9 NORTH	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILLOW CREEK RUSHMORE #5	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
KOA 18	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIKINI 6528	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
Unnamed	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSETHIEF #14	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
T-BACK 6515	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KOA 25	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BISON LANE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
KOA 20	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
LOST CABIN SPUR A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SUNDAY GULCH	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BISMARCK LAKE SHORELINE TRAIL	0.2	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLOW CREEK RUSHMORE #5	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILLOW CREEK RUSHMORE #5	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOST CABIN #2	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
J.H. KEITH TRAIL	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WILLOW CREEK RUSHMORE #5	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WILLOW CREEK RUSHMORE #5	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HORSETHIEF LAKE SHORELINE TR	0.0	CON - CONCRETE	Yes	—	—

Museums in Oral

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MAMMOTH SITE OF HOT SPRINGS SD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1800 US 18 BYPASS	6057456017	$1,188,646
MAMMOTH SITE OF HOT SPRINGS SOUTH DAKOTA	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		6057456017	$1,188,646
FALL RIVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6057455147	$70,899
FALL RIVER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ROUTE NO 1	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 361	6057455147	$70,899

Libraries in Oral

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
ELY PUBLIC LIBRARY	224 E CHAPMAN ST	0.0	70,772
HOT SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY	2005 LIBRARY DRIVE	0.0	53,545

Farmers Markets in Oral

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Grandma's Farm & Zoo	28443 Old Highway 79	07/06/2013 to 10/31/2013	Mon: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sat: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Hot Springs Farmers Market	c/o Rajni Lerman		Fri: 4:00 PM-6:30 PM;

Cell Towers in Oral

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
COUNTY HIGHWAY 79C (108185)	LTOWER	92
COUNTY HIGHWAY 79C (108185)	LTOWER	92
COUNTY HIGHWAY 79C (108185)	MTOWER	92
COUNTY HIGHWAY 79C (108185)	MTOWER	92
WEST 10TH AVENUE (108274)	LTOWER	81
WEST 10TH AVENUE (108274)	LTOWER	81

Fire Stations in Oral

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Oral Volunteer Fire Department	409 1ST ST	Volunteer			605-424-2332

Bridges in Oral

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	65	241	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	286	128	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2014	695	100	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	28	65	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	24	41	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1981	32	25	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1987	32	20	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1979	28	15	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1936	29	15	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1950	26	15	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	1950	25	15	G

Airports Near Oral

16 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chadron Municipal Airport	CDR	Medium Airport
Ellsworth Air Force Base	RCA	Medium Airport
Rapid City Regional Airport	RAP	Medium Airport
Black Hills Flyway Airport	—	Small Airport
Bogner Field	—	Small Airport
Bogner Number II Airport	—	Small Airport
Brown Field	—	Small Airport
Custer County Airport	—	Small Airport
Custer State Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Dan's Airport	—	Small Airport
Edgemont Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying T Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrison Skyranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Hay Springs Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Hot Springs Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Xpoint Airport	—	Small Airport

Post Offices in Oral

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Oral Post Office

Treatment Centers in Oral

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addiction Recovery Centers of the - Black Hills	Substance Abuse	605-745-6300
Behavior Management Systems - Satellite Office	Mental Health	605-745-6222
VA Black Hills Healthcare System - Hot Spring Campus	Both	605-745-2000 x22332

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oral

What is the population of Oral?

Oral has a population of 12 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Oral expensive to live in?

Oral is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 / below the baseline of 100.

Is Oral safe?

Oral is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 690 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oral receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oral?

Oral has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.2 inches, with 36.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Oral?

The job market in Oral is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 352 business establishments in the area, including 37 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Oral?

Schools in Oral score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Oral hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oral?

The obesity rate in Oral is 25.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.5% of adults are smokers. 18.0% are physically inactive. 16.4% of residents report depression. 6.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 86.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,440.

What are the demographics of Oral?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oral is 100% White. 77.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 22.7% speak Spanish. 12.0% of the population are military veterans. 40.9% of residents have a disability. 40.9% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Hot Springs, SD 3,506 pop · 10.3 mi Custer, SD 2,148 pop · 30.1 mi Oglala, SD 1,601 pop · 31.5 mi Colonial Pine Hills, SD 2,347 pop · 42.0 mi Chadron, NE 5,207 pop · 42.2 mi Pine Ridge, SD 2,480 pop · 44.3 mi Green Valley, SD 1,503 pop · 44.3 mi Rapid City, SD 76,836 pop · 46.0 mi Rapid Valley, SD 7,153 pop · 46.2 mi Box Elder, SD 12,457 pop · 49.5 mi Ashland Heights, SD 1,142 pop · 50.7 mi Blackhawk, SD 2,805 pop · 51.6 mi Kyle, SD 1,495 pop · 54.3 mi Summerset, SD 2,978 pop · 54.5 mi

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People 9/10

Economy 10/13

Housing 10/17

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Crime & Safety 4/12

Climate & Environment 16/19

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Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 13/32

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