Yankton County Map, South Dakota

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Yankton County, South Dakota

Yankton County sits on South Dakota’s southern border, right up against Nebraska. The Missouri River runs along its southern edge. Agriculture drives the economy. But there’s industry too.
Yankton, the county seat, was once the capital of Dakota Territory. Historians love it here with the Native American culture and history.
The outdoors are a big draw with all the usual suspects like boating, fishing, hiking. Yankton College closed years ago, but its spirit lives on. This county has character.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Yankton County |
County Seat | Yankton |
Population | Approximately 23,500 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Yankton, Gayville, Lesterville, Mission Hill, Utica |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 81, U.S. Highway 50 |
FIPS Code | 46-135 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 533 square miles (522 sq mi land, 11 sq mi water) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Turner County (Northeast), Clay County (East), Cedar County, Nebraska (Southeast), Knox County, Nebraska (Southwest), Bon Homme County (West), Hutchinson County (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CST) |
State | South Dakota |
Coordinates | 42°53’N, 97°23’W |
Etymology | Named after the Yankton Sioux tribe |
Major Landmarks | Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, Gavins Point Dam, Meridian Bridge |
Website | Yankton County Website |
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