Fairburn Public RecordsSouth Dakota

Fairburn, Custer County, SD, has limited transportation infrastructure, relying primarily on personal vehicles—over 93% of residents commute by car, with nearly 0% using public transit. Average commute times are around 22 minutes. Most households own two or more vehicles, reflecting the rural, auto-dependent environment. There are no fixed-route public transit services within Fairburn; regional transit options are scarce. Major employment hubs are located in nearby Custer and Rapid City, necessitating daily commutes for many residents. Walking or biking to work is rare due to low population density and distance to jobs.

Fairburn, in Custer County, SD, is served by the Custer School District, with no schools directly in Fairburn; students typically attend Custer High School (grades 9-12), about 20 miles away. The district hosts six schools total, with a graduation rate of approximately 93%. Around 30% of adults in Custer County hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district offers vocational, AP, and extracurricular educational programs. School safety scores are above state average, and adult education programs are available through community organizations and online platforms.

Fairburn, in Custer County, SD, is a small town with around 90 residents. Homeownership is high, with over 85% owning their homes; median home values are approximately $150,000. Rentals are limited, with average rents near $900/month. The housing stock consists mainly of single-family homes with some manufactured homes. Property values have shown slow but steady growth, with Custer County’s home values increasing about 5% annually since 2020. Neighborhoods are rural and dispersed. Custer County’s property tax rate averages 1.12%, making homeownership relatively affordable compared to national averages.

Healthcare in Fairburn, Custer County, SD, is limited due to its small population (~90). There are no hospitals or clinics within the city; residents travel to Custer Regional Hospital (approx. 17 miles away) or Rapid City facilities. Healthcare access relies on regional providers like Monument Health. Custer County’s uninsured rate is ~11%, with primary coverage via private insurance and Medicare/Medicaid. The population skews older (median age ~58), with common health issues including chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension). Local providers are few, mostly family physicians in nearby towns; emergency and specialty care require longer travel.

As of the 2020 Census, Fairburn, in Custer County, South Dakota, had a population of 57. The median age was 38.7 years. Gender distribution was about equal, with 49.1% male and 50.9% female. Racially, the town was 84.2% White, 7% Native American, and 8.8% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents comprised 7% of the population, reflecting limited diversity in this small rural community.