Crooks, South Dakota is a small town located in Minnehaha County with an estimated population of 1,374 people. Despite its size, Crooks has achieved impressive rankings in various categories by the Best Places organization. Crooks ranks at number 49 out of all cities and towns in South Dakota for cost of living. This ranking measures the total cost of living for city residents compared to the national average. It also ranks well for crime, with a score of 6 out of 10; this score reflects both the property crime rate and violent crime rate in Crooks relative to other cities and towns across the state. Lastly, it scores 5 out of 10 for amenities, meaning that there are many recreational activities available to residents living in Crooks. Overall, these rankings show that Crooks is an affordable town with low crime rates and plenty of activities for its citizens to enjoy.
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