Where is Dell Rapids, South Dakota, USA?

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Where is Dell Rapids Located? - Dell Rapids is a city located in the Minnehaha County of South Dakota, United States. Dell Rapids lies between 44.9901194 Degrees North latitudes and 123.0262077 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Dell Rapids, South Dakota

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Where is Dell Rapids Located?

Dell Rapids is a city located in the Minnehaha County of South Dakota, United States. Dell Rapids lies between 44.9901194 Degrees North latitudes and 123.0262077 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Dell Rapids city is 3996 people and the city has a total area of 2.13 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Dell Rapids, South Dakota Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CityDell Rapids
CountyMinnehaha County
StateSouth Dakota
State CapitalPierre
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude43.8233°N
Longitude96.7123°W
Elevation1,545 ft (471 m)
Land Area2.73 sq mi
Water Area0.07 sq mi
Total Area2.80 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)3,996
Population DensityAbout 1,464 per sq mi
ZIP Codes57022
Area Code605
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST), UTC -6
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT), UTC -5
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code46-15820
Congressional DistrictSouth Dakota At-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Dell Rapids, South Dakota

  • Baltic, South Dakota - South - 10 mi
  • Garretson, South Dakota - East - 13 mi
  • Colton, South Dakota - West - 16 mi
  • Crooks, South Dakota - Southwest - 18 mi
  • Hartford, South Dakota - Southwest - 22 mi
  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota - South - 23 mi
  • Brandon, South Dakota - Southeast - 24 mi
  • Madison, South Dakota - Northwest - 34 mi
  • Pipestone, Minnesota - East - 39 mi
  • Brookings, South Dakota - North - 48 mi

Dell Rapids, South Dakota Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January2570.6
April58342.3
July84623.6
October61381.8
Annual573527.4
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Hot-Summer Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 27 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 212 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskNo hurricane risk; moderate tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 41 inches annually

Driving Distances from Dell Rapids, South Dakota

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
BalticSouth Dakota1012 min
GarretsonSouth Dakota1315 min
ColtonSouth Dakota1620 min
CrooksSouth Dakota1822 min
HartfordSouth Dakota2225 min
Sioux FallsSouth Dakota2328 min
BrandonSouth Dakota2430 min
MadisonSouth Dakota3440 min
PipestoneMinnesota3945 min
BrookingsSouth Dakota4855 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Dell Rapids, South Dakota

TransportationDetails
Airport NameSioux Falls Regional Airport
IATA CodeFSD
PortNo commercial port
Major HighwaysInterstate 29 (nearby), South Dakota Highway 115, South Dakota Highway 77
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceRegional transportation services available through Sioux Falls area providers
  • South Dakota Highway 115 - Main route connecting Dell Rapids with Sioux Falls and nearby communities.
  • South Dakota Highway 77 - Regional highway linking the city with eastern South Dakota towns and Interstate 90.
  • Interstate 29 - Located west of the city, providing direct north-south access to Sioux Falls, Brookings, Fargo, and Sioux City.
  • County Road 106 - Serves local traffic and agricultural areas surrounding Dell Rapids.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Dell Rapids, South Dakota

Landmark NameType
Dell Rapids City ParkCity Park
Sioux Quartzite River WalkScenic Walkway
Dells TheatreHistoric Theater
Dell Rapids MuseumHistory Museum
Big Sioux River FallsNatural Attraction
Rock ParkCity Park
Tumbled ParkRecreation Park
Great Bear Ski ValleyOutdoor Recreation Area
Palisades State ParkState Park
Catfish Bay Water Ski ParkWater Recreation Park

Colleges and Universities in Dell Rapids, South Dakota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Sioux FallsPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and business programs
Southeast Technical CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and technical education
Augustana UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts education
South Dakota State UniversityPublicUniversityAgriculture and engineering programs
Dell Rapids School District 49-3PublicK-12 DistrictPublic education system

Waterbodies in Dell Rapids, South Dakota

Big Sioux River, Silver Creek, Split Rock Creek, Skunk Creek, Lake Madison, Wall Lake, Beaver Creek, Brant Lake

Golf Courses in Dell Rapids, South Dakota

Rock River Golf & Country Club, Willow Run Golf Course, Elmwood Golf Course, Prairie Green Golf Course, Bakker Crossing Golf Course, Brandon Golf Course

Dell Rapids, South Dakota - Key Historical Facts

  • Dell Rapids was founded in the 1870s after quartzite quarries and the arrival of the railroad encouraged settlement in eastern South Dakota.
  • The city became known as the "Little City with the Big Attractions" because of its distinctive pink Sioux quartzite buildings and scenic river landscape.
  • Local quartzite was widely used in the construction of homes, churches, schools, and commercial buildings that still define the city's historic character.
  • The Big Sioux River played an important role in powering early mills and supporting the community's economic development.
  • Dell Rapids developed into a regional center for agriculture, stone quarrying, and local commerce throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  • Today, the city is recognized for its historic downtown, outdoor recreation, well-preserved quartzite architecture, and welcoming small-town atmosphere.

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