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Hill City, SD

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Population
938
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
4,985 ft
Median Home Value
$286,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,345/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$95,385
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Hill City

Set right in the heart of the Black Hills, Hill City offers the easygoing pace of a classic mountain town with a creative, welcoming personality. The Mickelson Trail runs straight through downtown for quick access to biking and hiking, while Main Street is lined with local art galleries, cafes, and historic charm. Living here puts you minutes from Custer State Park and great outdoor recreation, all with a quiet, tight-knit community feel.

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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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