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Minnehaha County

City in South Dakota, United States

Overview

Minnehaha County, anchored by Sioux Falls, is a welcoming region in eastern South Dakota known for its blend of Midwestern warmth, scenic parks, and a lively downtown district. With a mix of historic neighborhoods, cultural sites, and family-friendly spaces, it's increasingly popular among visitors seeking both urban comforts and natural beauty.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
South Dakota
Population
197,214
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
43.67°, -96.79°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
82
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
68
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,520
Local Cost
$1,520
Local Income
$3,500
Cashless
92
English
99
Temperature
8.5°C
Summer Avg
22.8°C
Winter Avg
-6.4°C
Record High
43.4°C
Record Low
-36.3°C
Humidity
71%
Precipitation
669 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
FSD
Distance
11 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 88/100.

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