Rural Community
Tabor, SD
Tabor is a town in Bon Homme County, South Dakota (county seat Tyndall), with a 2020 Census population of 417 (est. 346-369 recent). Located 20 miles east of Yankton (20-25 minute drive via SD-52/SD-50), it's a rural Czech heritage community.
Housing Market
Tabor median home value $122,700-$213,456 (Niche/Zillow 2025), with $208K-$219K range recent months. Typical: single-family ranches on large lots (sparse suburban). Vs Yankton $241K median, Tabor 10-50% cheaper; low inventory favors sellers.
Schools
Tabor Elementary - 05 (Bon Homme District 04-2, KG-5, 37 students) spends $11,887/pupil (17% below SD avg). Middle/high in Tyndall (20 min west); district total ~500 students. Small classes, rural focus.
Economy
Agriculture dominant; small businesses (few employers listed). Residents commute to Yankton (20 min) for Avera/prison/schools. Bon Homme County economy farm-based.
Lifestyle
Daily: small grocer, bars; Czech Days festival (May, parade/food/music). Healthcare: basic clinic, Yankton Avera 20 min. Quiet farming community.
Why Buyers Consider It
Affordability ($122K-$213K vs Yankton $241K), land availability, quiet rural life. Lake access 25-30 min Lewis & Clark; Czech heritage events unique. Vs Yankton: cheaper but fewer amenities/pop.
Connection to Yankton
Tabor uses Yankton Hy-Vee/Walmart (20 min shopping), Avera healthcare, schools/entertainment/lake rec. Recreation "20 miles east near Yankton" per residents.
Frequently Asked
Tabor-Yankton drive?
20 miles, 20-25 min SD-52.
Housing affordability?
Median $122K-$213K, 10-50% below Yankton $241K.
Czech events?
Czech Days May: parade/food, heritage focus.
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