There are many reasons why people choose to live where they do, but the biggest reason has everything to do with safety.

We're very lucky here in South Dakota, as our crime rates have remained fairly low according to SafeHome.org.

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That being said, certain communities rank higher than others when it comes to safety rates and family-friendliness.

Niche is a company that provides information on cities, schools, neighborhoods, and more, and they are out with their top picks for safe, family-friendly cities in South Dakota.

They come up with these rankings by comparing cost of living rates, higher education rates, public schools, crime rates, health and activity grades, employment rates, economic growth, commute times, entertainment opportunities, outdoor activities, and much more.

Sources: Niche, SafeHome, and Wikipedia

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