Buffalo County, SD Eviction Risk
2 cities · 1,153 residents · Avg 3.7/10 (Low) · Updated3.7Avg score
5.0Highest city
2.4Lowest city
22.9%Rent burden
$563Median rent
D+30.82020 margin
County heatmap
All cities in Buffalo County
| # | City | Population | Median rent | Rent burden | Risk score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Thompson, SD | 1,147 | $563 | 22.9% | 5.0 |
| 2 | Gann Valley, SD | 6 | — | — | 2.4 |
About Buffalo County
Buffalo County spans 2 cities serving approximately 1,153 residents. The average landlord eviction risk across the county is 3.7/10. The county voted Democratic by 30.8 points in 2020.
Risk varies city-by-city within the county. Use the grid above to see exact scores, median gross rent, and rent burden for every municipality. Click any city for full sub-score breakdown including local political climate, rent-control exposure, tenant organizing strength, and typical eviction cost and timeline.
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