Watertown

SD

Codington County, South Dakota

Population 29K |Median income $72,727 |1 hospital

Population
28,767
Codington County
Median Income
$72,727
+7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$237,700
+4% vs avg
Median Age
40.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
29K+5%
Median Income
$72,727+54%
Median Home Value
$237,700+76%
Poverty Rate
8.8%-21%
Unemployment
1.9%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$938/mo
Poverty Rate
8.8% -38% vs avg
Unemployment 1.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 21.4%
Work From Home 5.6%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 90.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.5%
African American 1.1%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.9%
High Blood Pressure
33.2%
Short Sleep Duration
30.6%
Physical Inactivity
26.5%
Binge Drinking
18.7%
Current Smoking
16.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.9%
Diabetes
12.1%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.6%
Annual Checkup 77.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.4%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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1
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
PRAIRIE LAKES HEALTHCARE SYSTEM, INC
WATERTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Watertown Area 6

Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Disasters

South Dakota Qury Fire Receives FEMA Fire Management Assistance Declaration

FEMA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Sully, Potter, and Walworth Counties in South Dakota

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

High Wind Warning Issued for South Dakota Counties: Gusts Up to 60 MPH Expected

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Northwest Iowa, Northeast Nebraska, and Southeast South Dakota

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Parts of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa Through Monday Morning

NOAA · Mar 30, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Watertown, SD? ▼
Watertown, SD has a population of 28,767 people, located in Codington County, South Dakota.
What is the median household income in Watertown? ▼
The median household income in Watertown, SD is $72,727 per year. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
What is the median home value in Watertown? ▼
The median home value in Watertown, SD is $237,700. Median rent is $938/month.
What are the top health concerns in Watertown? ▼
The top health indicators in Watertown include Obesity (35.9%), High Blood Pressure (33.2%), Short Sleep Duration (30.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Watertown? ▼
Watertown has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Watertown? ▼
The median age in Watertown, SD is 40.4 years. 21.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Watertown, SD is located in Codington County, South Dakota. With a population of 29K and a median household income of $72,727, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Watertown area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Codington County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.