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Dakota Dunes

#1 in Best Places to Live in South Dakota
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Town in South Dakota
  • 29 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      A
    4. Nightlife
      B-
    5. Good for Families
      A
    6. Diversity
      B
    7. Jobs
      A
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      A-
    10. Health & Fitness
      B+
    11. Outdoor Activities
      C+
    12. Commute
      B-
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    Dakota Dunes is a town in South Dakota with a population of 2,895. Dakota Dunes is in Union County and is one of the best places to live in South Dakota. In Dakota Dunes, most residents own their homes. In Dakota Dunes there are a lot of bars and parks. Many families live in Dakota Dunes and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Dakota Dunes are highly rated.
    Population
    2,895

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $266,400
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $902
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    —
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      41%
    • Own
      59%
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    Dakota Dunes Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      18%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      11%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      14%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      11%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      31%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      25%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      29%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      15%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      0%
      13%

    Working in Dakota Dunes

    Jobs
    A
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $99,034
    National
    $55,322
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      Dakota Dunes Reviews

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      Dakota Dunes is a great place to live, friendly neighbors, good property values, safe for our kids, nice parks, and low crime rates! Close to metro area, but far enough away to feel like a small town.
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      I love living right on the river. We bout, fish and swim all the time. Adem’s nature center is about 10 miles away which have great walking and biking trails. McCook lake is also close by if the river is not for you. There is a nice public library and there are community events like the chilly feed in November. Dakota Dunes is a really nice small town.
      Dakota Dunes is a great place to live, if you're well-off, and want to be around other people who are white and well-off. There is very little crime, lots of friendly and outgoing people, and a strong sense of community. Overall it is lacking in diversity, both racially and financially. The local public school is pretty good, but not the best. Overall, the close-knit community makes it a pretty solid place to reside.