Moving to Hot Springs: Pros, Cons & What to Know

Moving to Hot Springs means joining a real, historic Black Hills spa town built around genuine natural warm springs.

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A real historic spa-town identity

Evans Plunge, built in 1890, is cited as the first indoor swimming facility in the US fed by natural hot springs and remains a current attraction.

Home to The Mammoth Site

The Mammoth Site is a real, internationally renowned paleontological attraction drawing approximately 100,000 visitors annually.

Genuinely affordable, city-specific housing

Hot Springs's cited city-specific median home value (~$153,000) runs well below South Dakota's statewide average.

Key takeaways

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.