The map shows where residents in Howes and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.
The map shows where residents in Howes and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.

The most desired areas tend to be in the northwest parts of the city, while more affordable homes are in the east regions.
Median house prices in Howes, SD are $109,592, meaning Howes homes are much less expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of cities with similar populations and found homes in Howes cost much less.
Comparing within South Dakota, Howes home prices are much less expensive than the state's average of $246,998. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Howes, SD.
In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Howes varies moderately.
Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Howes, SD average a SchoolGrade of C- with 34% actual proficiency vs 34% projected. Overall, schools in Howes, SD meet expectations.
Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Howes, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.
Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis
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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)