Where is Harrisburg, South Dakota, USA?

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Where is Harrisburg Located? - Harrisburg is a city located in the Lincoln County of South Dakota, United States. Harrisburg lies between 45.4269289 Degrees North latitudes and 122.7783874 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Harrisburg, South Dakota

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Where is Harrisburg?: The Google Map showing the location of Harrisburg in the U.S. state of South Dakota.

Where is Harrisburg Located?

Harrisburg is a city located in the Lincoln County of South Dakota, United States. Harrisburg lies between 45.4269289 Degrees North latitudes and 122.7783874 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Harrisburg city is 6732 people and the city has a total area of 3.66 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Harrisburg, South Dakota Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityHarrisburg
CountyLincoln County
StateSouth Dakota
State CapitalPierre
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude43.4310°N
Longitude96.6976°W
Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)
Land Area4.98 sq mi
Water Area0.01 sq mi
Total Area4.99 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)6,732 (Census 2020)
Population DensityApproximately 1,352 per sq mi
ZIP Code57032
Area Code605
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code46-28180
Congressional DistrictSouth Dakota At-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Harrisburg, South Dakota

  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota — 8 mi North
  • Tea, South Dakota — 7 mi West
  • Brandon, South Dakota — 14 mi Northeast
  • Lennox, South Dakota — 13 mi Southwest
  • Canton, South Dakota — 17 mi Southeast
  • Worthing, South Dakota — 10 mi Southwest
  • Crooks, South Dakota — 15 mi Northwest
  • Dell Rapids, South Dakota — 24 mi North
  • Beresford, South Dakota — 27 mi South
  • Vermillion, South Dakota — 50 mi South

Driving Distances from Harrisburg, South Dakota

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Sioux FallsSouth Dakota815 minutes
TeaSouth Dakota710 minutes
BrandonSouth Dakota1420 minutes
LennoxSouth Dakota1320 minutes
CantonSouth Dakota1725 minutes
Dell RapidsSouth Dakota2430 minutes
BeresfordSouth Dakota2735 minutes
VermillionSouth Dakota5055 minutes
BrookingsSouth Dakota621 hour
MitchellSouth Dakota731 hour 15 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Harrisburg, South Dakota

TransportationDetails
Airport NameSioux Falls Regional Airport
IATA CodeFSD
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 29, Interstate 229 (nearby), South Dakota Highway 115, South Dakota Highway 11
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSioux Area Metro (nearby in Sioux Falls)
  • Interstate 29 provides convenient north-south access to Sioux Falls, Fargo, Omaha, and Kansas City.
  • South Dakota Highway 115 connects Harrisburg with Sioux Falls and communities to the south.
  • South Dakota Highway 11 offers regional access to Brandon, Canton, and eastern South Dakota.
  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport, about 15 minutes away, provides commercial flights to major U.S. destinations.
  • The city's proximity to Sioux Falls offers residents access to regional transit, healthcare, shopping, and employment opportunities.

What are top Places to Visit in Harrisburg, South Dakota

Landmark NameType
Harrisburg Central ParkCommunity Park
Lake Alvin Recreation AreaState Recreation Area
Good Earth State Park at Blood RunState Park
Great Bear Recreation ParkOutdoor Recreation Area
Falls ParkUrban Park
Washington PavilionScience & Arts Center
Butterfly House & AquariumAquarium
Sertoma ParkCity Park
Wild Water WestWater Park
Palisades State ParkState Park

Colleges and Universities in Harrisburg, South Dakota

InstitutionTypeLevelNotable For
University of Sioux FallsPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, business, education, and health sciences
Augustana UniversityPrivateUniversityUndergraduate liberal arts and professional programs
Southeast Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer and technical education
South Dakota State University – Sioux Falls ProgramsPublicUniversityExtension, nursing, and graduate programs
Harrisburg School District 41-2PublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving Harrisburg and surrounding communities

Waterbodies in Harrisburg, South Dakota

Big Sioux River, Lake Alvin, Spring Creek, Beaver Creek, Skunk Creek, Wall Lake, Lake Madison, Brant Lake, Spirit Lake, Sioux River tributaries

Golf Courses in Harrisburg, South Dakota

Spring Creek Golf Course, Bakker Crossing Golf Course, Elmwood Golf Course, Prairie Green Golf Course, Willow Run Golf Course, Brandon Golf Course, Central Valley Golf Course, Hidden Valley Golf Club

Harrisburg, South Dakota — Key Historical Facts

  • Harrisburg was established in 1879 following the expansion of the railroad through southeastern South Dakota.
  • The community developed as an agricultural service center, supporting area farms with grain, livestock, and local businesses.
  • For much of its history, Harrisburg remained a small rural town before experiencing rapid residential growth due to its proximity to Sioux Falls.
  • Since the early twenty-first century, Harrisburg has become one of South Dakota's fastest-growing communities, with expanding neighborhoods, schools, and commercial development.
  • Today, Harrisburg is known for its excellent school system, family-friendly environment, and convenient access to the Sioux Falls metropolitan area.

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