South Dakota Counties
South Dakota, state of the United States of America. There are 66 county in South Dakota. You can find the list of these counties and detailed information from the links below.
Minnehaha County
Minnehaha County, population 196,659
Pennington County
Pennington County, population 115,926
Lincoln County
Lincoln County, population 63,019
South Dakota contains 66 counties that govern the diverse landscapes of the Mount Rushmore State. Here's an overview of South Dakota's counties:
East River/Eastern South Dakota contains the largest metro areas and the state capital of Pierre located in Hughes County. Major eastern counties include Minnehaha County (Sioux Falls), Pennington County (Rapid City), Brown County (Aberdeen), and Brookings County (Brookings).
The Missouri River runs through central South Dakota, forming a boundary between East and West River regions. Counties located along the Missouri include Hughes, Lyman, Stanley, and Haakon counties.
West River/Western South Dakota is more rugged and sparsely populated. Key counties in the west include Meade County, Butte County, Lawrence County, and Jackson County. The Black Hills and Badlands are located here.
Northeastern South Dakota borders Minnesota and contains Watertown located in Codington County along with Clark, Day, Marshall, and Roberts counties. This is a fertile farming region dotted with lakes.
Southwestern South Dakota includes the counties of Custer, Fall River, Shannon, and Bennett. This area encompasses sections of the Black Hills National Forest and the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.
Whether East or West River, urban or rural, South Dakota's counties serve the local needs of residents across this state known for its Great Plains landscapes, Native American history, landmarks like Mount Rushmore, and cowboy culture.
