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Spearfish, SD

Looking to move to Spearfish, SD? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Spearfish, SD is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Spearfish, SD has a population of 12681. What about cost of living in Spearfish, SD? The median income in Spearfish, SD is $66,992 and the median home value is $278,817.

Read on to learn more about Spearfish, SD, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Spearfish, SD

Average Temperatures

61 high / 38 low

Average Annual Rainfall

23 in

Average Annual Snowfall

125 in

Quick Facts about Spearfish, South Dakota

Median Home Value
$278,817
Median Property Tax
$2,747
Total Population
12,681
Average Commute
12 min
Median Household Income
$66,992
Median Monthly Rent
$778

Map of Spearfish, SD

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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