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Hughes County
City in South Dakota, United States
Overview
Hughes County, anchored by Pierre, the South Dakota capital, blends small-town charm with scenic landscapes along the Missouri River. Visitors enjoy a laidback pace, outdoor recreation, and a touch of state history.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
17,765
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
44.39°, -100.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,145
Local Cost
$1,320
Local Income
$3,000
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
9.0°C
Summer Avg
23.5°C
Winter Avg
-5.5°C
Record High
46.7°C
Record Low
-32.2°C
Humidity
66%
Precipitation
529 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PIR
Distance
23 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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