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Blackhawk, SD is a small rural town in South Dakota with a population of around 300 people. It is known for its peaceful, tight-knit community and spectacular views of the Black Hills mountain range. Despite its size, Blackhawk has been recognized by BestPlaces for its livability rankings. In 2021, the city received an overall BestPlaces Score of 71 out of 100, which is considered \"Very Livable\". It also achieved high marks in the categories of Amenities (75/100), Cost of Living (70/100), Education (86/100), Employment (68/100), Housing (67/100) and Weather (80/100). These rankings make Blackhawk an attractive place to live for those looking for a cozy small town atmosphere.

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Over 17 years ago

We love living here, we moved here from Metro Detroit when I was 8 months pregnant. This is a great community to raise a family, very friendly  More

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