Keystone, South Dakota
The Mount Rushmore gateway. Population 336. 2.5 million visitors a year pass through this town. 15 minutes from BHC campus. Zero state income tax — a $145K salary here stretches like $210K+ in Denver. The highest proportional impact of any partner city.
336
Population
$264K
Median Home
24-31
Y5 Relocations
2.5M+
Annual Visitors
The Opportunity
Why Keystone
A tiny town with 2.5 million annual visitors, sitting 15 minutes from BHC headquarters — the highest proportional impact of any partner city in the network.
Mount Rushmore Gateway
2.5M+ visitors pass through Keystone every year to see Mount Rushmore. The town sits at the front door of America's most iconic monument.
15 Minutes from BHC Campus
The closest satellite city to Custer HQ and the 15-acre Grow Campus. Full access to co-working, events, and all 11 BHC entities.
Highest Proportional Impact
Adding 25-32 new households to a town of 336 is a 22-27% population increase by Y5 — the most transformational impact of any partner city.
Seasonal-to-Year-Round Transformation
Keystone's economy nearly shuts down October through April. Year-round remote workers fundamentally change the town's economic viability.
Zero State Income Tax
South Dakota has no state income tax. A $145K salary here keeps more in your pocket than $200K in Denver or NYC.
Iron Mountain Road & Custer State Park
One of America's most scenic drives is your daily commute view. 71,000 acres of wilderness, bison herds, and Sylvan Lake minutes away.
The Math
Your Dollar Goes Further
A $145K salary in Keystone is equivalent to $210K+ in Denver. Zero state income tax. No traffic. Live at the doorstep of Mount Rushmore.
| Category | Keystone, SD | Denver, CO | Austin, TX | New York, NY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1BR Rent | $750 | $1,850 | $1,600 | $3,500 |
| Median Home | $264K | $590K | $475K | $750K+ |
| Groceries | 15% below avg | At average | 3% above | 30% above |
| Gas (gal) | $2.85 | $3.20 | $2.90 | $3.70 |
| State Income Tax | 0% | 4.4% | 0% | 10.9% |
Housing
A Housing Frontier
Keystone has almost no permanent year-round housing stock. Most existing properties are seasonal rentals and tourist accommodations. This is both the challenge and the opportunity — new construction and seasonal property conversion will create a year-round housing market from scratch.
Housing Demand Projections
Based on relocator + BHC satellite growth
Education & Careers
Small Town, Big Opportunity
Hill City School District access, Seed Academy tech training nearby, and BHC satellite positions at $145K+ minimum.
Education
- Hill City School District 51-2 (~15 min drive)
- Quality schools with small class sizes
- Seed Academy — AI, Vibe Coding, Remote Work training (Hot Springs)
- 25% tuition discount for relocator families
- +18-23 new students by Y5, SD funding: $6,200/pupil
BHC Presence in Keystone
1-2 satellite BHC jobs Y1, all positions $145K+ (equiv. $210K+ in Denver)
Lifestyle
Mount Rushmore Is Your Neighbor
Iron Mountain Road, Custer State Park, Black Elk Peak, and America's most iconic monument — all within minutes of your front door.
Mount Rushmore
America's most iconic monument, 5 minutes away
Iron Mountain Road
One of America's most scenic drives, pigtail bridges
Custer State Park
71,000 acres, 1,500 bison, Wildlife Loop Drive
Black Elk Peak
Highest point east of the Rockies (7,244 ft)
Sylvan Lake
Iconic swimming, kayaking, and rock climbing
Needles Highway
14-mile scenic drive through granite tunnels
Hiking & Climbing
Cathedral Spires, granite formations, world-class trails
Mountain Biking
Mickelson Trail (109 mi), single-track networks
Winter Sports
Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing through pine forests
Wildlife Viewing
Bison, mountain goats, pronghorn, wild turkeys
Economic Impact
Highest Proportional Impact in the Network
Adding 25-32 households to a town of 336 is a 22-27% population increase in 5 years. That fundamentally changes the year-round economic viability of the community.
| Year | New Relocations | Cumulative | Local Impact (1.6x) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y1 | 3-5 | 3-5 | $480K |
| Y2 | 4-5 | 7-10 | $1.6M |
| Y3 | 5-6 | 12-16 | $1.6M |
| Y5 | 6-8 | 24-31 | $3.28M |
| Y10 | 8-10 | 60-75 | $8.0M |
$2.05M
Combined Local Payroll (Y5)
Relocator + BHC satellite jobs
$34K/yr
New Tax Revenue (Y5)
Property + sales tax
$9.4M
5-Year Cumulative Impact
1.6x economic multiplier
Ready to Make the Move?
Apply today to relocate to Keystone. $10,000-$15,000 cash incentive, housing assistance, co-working access at Grow Campus (15 min south in Custer), and a community at the doorstep of Mount Rushmore. Site visit weekends available monthly.