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Volga, SD

South Dakota · Brookings County

Volga is a small town in South Dakota with a population of 2,246. Residents earn $75,417 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,246 Population 1,953/sq mi density
$75,417 Median Income $34,647 per capita
$220,200 Home Value $323,488 Zillow
$1,048 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,525 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,417 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,200 home value, $1,048/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,417
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,200
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.6%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,048
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,246
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density1,953/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,417
Per Capita$34,647
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$3,062M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,200
Rent$1,048
Ownership55.7%
Zillow$323,488
Housing Units945
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,525/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking11.4%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,632 ft (497 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.6%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+15.9%
School Score6.18

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute15 min
Broadband93.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Volga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Volga receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Volga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Volga is $75,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Volga is $220,200, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,048 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Volga is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,525 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Volga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Volga has a population of 2,246 with a density of 1,953 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,246
Total Population
1,953
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Volga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Volga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Volga is $75,417, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,647 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,382 business establishments, including 89 restaurants. The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Volga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,417
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$85,411
Gini Index0.405 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,382
County GDP$3,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare101
Retail110
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,740
64% above US avg
Cost of Living88.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.3 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Volga is $220,200, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,488, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,048 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $784 for a one-bedroom to $990 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 945 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $5,740 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,200
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,488

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,048
10% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.7%
Owner-Occupied55.7%
Renter-Occupied44.3%
Housing Units945
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,740
64% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Volga, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 26.4% have high blood pressure. 11.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report binge drinking. 17.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.6% report depression. 14.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,732. The dentist ratio is 1:2,218. 85.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.6%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,732
Dentists1:2,218
Mental Health1:620
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits72.6%
Premature Death6,178/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities101
Volga has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,525 per 100,000, 22% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Volga receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.0/100K
68% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,525.2/100K
22% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Volga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 35.8 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 1,632 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,632 ft (497 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,953/sq mi
Coordinates44.3218°N, 96.9222°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyBrookings County County
Nearest AirportBrookings Regional (BKX)
5 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.2"
34% below US avg
Snowfall 35.8"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.39"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0424 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)6.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score50.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience65.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Jan 16, 2022.

Oct 25, 1990 8 km N of Plankinton, South Dakota M3.6 137 km
Jul 26, 2002 0 km WSW of Huron, South Dakota M3.1 103 km
Jan 16, 2022 9 km NE of Plankinton, South Dakota M2.5 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

507 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 17 fatalities, 424 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 16, 1992 EF5 93 km 1
Jun 13, 1968 EF5 95 km 9
Jun 24, 2003 EF4 68 km 0
May 30, 1998 EF4 88 km 6
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 57 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF4 67 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF4 92 km 0
Jul 7, 1955 EF4 60 km 1
May 30, 2022 EF3 53 km 0
Jun 24, 2003 EF3 88 km 0
May 17, 1996 EF3 99 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 36 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 7, 1993 EF3 49 km 0
May 7, 1993 EF3 86 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 99 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 55 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 20 km 0
Jun 16, 1992 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 20, 1985 EF3 81 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
June 67°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.9 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.5 in

Volga has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 13°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (0.4").

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Volga is located in Brookings County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 41.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 15.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.4% of the vote, a 17.4-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 101 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.6%
23% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+15.9%
School Test Score6.18
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density1,953/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyBrookings County County

Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Avg Download Speed110.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed26.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants89
Retail Stores110

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.3 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%
Average costs for common services in Volga. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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 Brookings County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,386 48 $76,627 2.77
Accommodation & Food Services 1,903 93 $19,438 1.09
Retail Trade 1,843 114 $34,502 0.96
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,038 94 $43,984 0.38
Construction 958 148 $64,298 0.95
Professional & Technical Services 751 196 $77,758 0.56
Wholesale Trade 650 100 $93,577 0.86
Other Services 578 92 $41,215 1.00
Finance & Insurance 549 77 $68,203 0.70
Transportation & Warehousing 355 52 $60,288 0.44
Administrative & Waste Services 343 99 $48,308 0.30
Arts & Entertainment 316 29 $18,303 0.98
Real Estate 215 42 $48,406 0.72
Information & Technology 139 41 $60,293 0.39
Educational Services 123 28 $24,413 0.31
Utilities 75 5 $114,409 1.02
Management of Companies 66 7 $94,744 0.20

Schools in Volga

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sioux Valley Elementary - 02 (Charter) Elementary 354 24 14.8:1
Sioux Valley High School - 01 (Charter) High 224 12 18.7:1
Sioux Valley Middle School - 04 (Charter) Middle 161 11 14.6:1
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Radio Stations near Volga

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Korn discography AAC
KSDJ 90.7 alternative, indie MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Volga

5 national parks and monuments found near Volga.

ParkTypeFee
Blue Mounds State Park State Park Free
Camden State Park State Park Free
Pipestone National Monument National Monument Free
Saaranen Beach State Park Free
Split Rock Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Volga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BROOKINGS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION207 SAMARA AVE6056279149$26,940
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SOUTH DAKOTACHILDREN'S MUSEUM521 4TH ST6056926700
DAKOTA TERRITORY LIVING HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM6056934875
ESTELLINE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HETLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCCRORY GARDENS AND SOUTH DAKOTA ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6056886707
RITZ GALLERYART MUSEUM8009523541
SCIENCE VISIONSSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
SOUTH DAKOTA AGRICULTURE HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6056886226
SOUTH DAKOTA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM6056885423
STATE AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6056884583

Libraries in Volga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BROOKINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY515 THIRD STREET0.0151,804

Farmers Markets in Volga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brookings Farmers Market300 Block of 6th Ave05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Breweries in Volga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Wooden Legs Brewing CompanyBrewery and Bar309 5th St6056922337Visit

Cell Towers in Volga

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
NW 1/4 SW 1/4 S 7, T 110 N, R 49 W (109354)GTOWER127
NW 1/4 SW 1/4 S 7, T 110 N, R 49 W (109354)GTOWER127
21422 476th Ave Located S of AuroraTOWER94
3.9 MILES NORTH OF 6TH AVE. AND .5 MILE WEST OF MEDARY AVETOWER91
345 South Lake DriveTOWER89
NW 1/4 NW 1/4 S 5, T 112 N, R 52 W (109443)GTOWER89
NW 1/4 NW 1/4 S 5, T 112 N, R 52 W (109443)GTOWER89
45422 209th Street (SD 14548-A)TOWER83

Fire Stations in Volga

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Volga Fire Department226 Kasan AVEVolunteer605-627-9113

Bridges in Volga

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous20011004,096F
SlabConcrete continuous19781004,096F
SlabConcrete continuous19781004,096F
SlabConcrete continuous20016994,096F
SlabConcrete continuous19786994,096F
SlabConcrete continuous2001994,096F
SlabConcrete continuous1978994,096F
SlabConcrete continuous20011004,096F
CulvertConcrete202123720G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195031198P
CulvertSteel19958899G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19926592F
Truss (Thru)Steel19077292P
SlabConcrete199110592G
CulvertConcrete continuous20083192G
SlabConcrete continuous197011392F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19503192F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete198712092F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19303992P
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete20015490G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196215364P
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete20013550G

Superfund Sites Near Volga

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SOUTH DAKOTA SOYBEAN PROCESSORS100 CASPIAN AVENUEBROOKINGS

Airports Near Volga

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sioux Falls Regional AirportFSDMedium Airport
Watertown Regional AirportATYMedium Airport
Andersen Farms Airport—Small Airport
Arlington Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Brookings Regional AirportBKXSmall Airport
Calico Field—Small Airport
Clear Lake Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Dykstra Acreage Airport—Small Airport
Erickson Intergalactic Airport—Small Airport
Flandreau Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Homan Field—Small Airport
Howard Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Jensen Airport—Small Airport
Lac Qui Parle County Airport—Small Airport
Lake Preston Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Lee Airport—Small Airport
Lundin Airport—Small Airport
Lutgen Airport—Small Airport
Madison Municipal AirportXMDSmall Airport
Myers Field Airport—Small Airport
Oakleaf Airport—Small Airport
Pipestone Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Quentin Aanenson Airfield - Luverne Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Stone's Conservation Airport—Small Airport
Tribitt Airport—Small Airport
Weelborg Airport—Small Airport
Wilder Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Volga

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Brookings City Police Department307 3rd Avenue

Grocery Stores in Volga

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 3810Convenience Store422 E Highway 14
Dollar General 15455Other204 E Highway 14

Churches & Religious Organizations in Volga

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
THE FIRST REFORMED CHURCH OF VOLGA601 E 1ST ST
VOLGA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCHPO BOX 109

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Frequently Asked Questions About Volga

What is the population of Volga?

Volga has a population of 2,246 residents and is located in South Dakota. The population density is 1,953 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Volga expensive to live in?

Volga 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 $75,417, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,200 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,048 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Volga safe?

Volga is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,525 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Volga receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Volga?

Volga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches, with 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Volga?

The job market in Volga is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 1,382 business establishments in the area, including 89 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Volga?

The median home value in Volga is $220,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,488. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,048. Fair market rent is $784 for a 1-bedroom and $990 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,740.

How are the schools in Volga?

Schools in Volga score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.6% of adults in Volga hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. 15.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Volga?

The obesity rate in Volga is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.4% of adults are smokers. 17.7% are physically inactive. 22.6% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 85.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,732.

What is transportation like in Volga?

The average commute in Volga is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Volga?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Volga is 94.8% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 6.9% of residents have a disability. 95.8% have health insurance coverage.

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