Faulkton
City in South Dakota, United States
Overview
Faulkton is a charming small town in South Dakota known for its friendly community, lively local art scene, and scenic prairie landscapes. Its slow pace and rural atmosphere make it a relaxing destination for travelers seeking authenticity and small-town appeal.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
826
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
45.03°, -99.12°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
80
Female Safety
75
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost · estimate
$1,602
Local Cost
$982
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
40
English
100
Temperature
7.9°C
Summer Avg
22.5°C
Winter Avg
-6.8°C
Record High
45.9°C
Record Low
-37.0°C
Humidity
68%
Precipitation
567 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
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Data sources
Source-backed data
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-08.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-23.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 70/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.