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Hermosa, SD

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Population
370
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
3,324 ft
Median Home Value
$148,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,264/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,203
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Hermosa

Tucked along the eastern edge of the Black Hills, Hermosa offers quiet, small-town living with wide-open prairie views and pine-covered ridges in the distance. Named after the Spanish word for beautiful, this peaceful community of about 350 residents sits along Battle Creek in Custer County. It has become a popular landing spot for people who want open space, scenic surroundings, and an easy 20-minute commute into Rapid City for work and shopping.

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Life here revolves around the outdoors and a close-knit neighborhood feel. Residents are only minutes from the entrance to Custer State Park, making weekend hikes, wildlife drives, and trips to Mount Rushmore part of everyday routine. The local K-8 school, community gatherings, and the annual Custer County Fair give the area a strong local bond. For anyone looking to trade city crowds for mountain views and a slower pace, Hermosa makes a welcoming home.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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