Kennebec
City in South Dakota, United States
Overview
Kennebec is a small, welcoming town in South Dakota, offering a glimpse of tranquil rural American life. With a close-knit community, basic amenities, and access to scenic prairies, Kennebec is ideal for those seeking peace and authenticity off the beaten path.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
281
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
43.90°, -99.86°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,320
Local Cost
$940
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
55
English
100
Temperature
9.5°C
Summer Avg
23.9°C
Winter Avg
-4.5°C
Record High
46.9°C
Record Low
-29.6°C
Humidity
65%
Precipitation
530 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
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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 2026-03-23.
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 2025-12-08.
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 68/100.