Huron, SD

Huron, South Dakota

Introduction to Huron, South Dakota

Huron, South Dakota, in Beadle county, is 93 miles NW of Sioux Falls, South Dakota and 243 miles NW of Omaha, Nebraska. There are an estimated 11,893 people in the city.

Huron History

Huron was founded in 1879 and was platted in 1880. The area was originally served by the Chicago and Northwestern Railway. The first town government formed in 1881. The city was named after the Huron Indians. John Cain was the first settler of the city. The City of Huron was incorporated in 1883. It adopted a City Commission form of government in 1910.

Huron and nearby Attractions

• Dakotaland Museum
• Pyle House Museum
• Ravine Park Lake
• Enchanted World Doll Museum
• Surveyors' House (Home of Laura Ingalls Wilder)
• Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Things To Do In Huron

While in Huron, those interested in the area’s history should visit the Dakotaland Museum and the Pyle House Museum. The city has also several parks, including Prospect Park and Riverside Park. Huron also offers easy access to the Lake Thompson Recreation Area, the Enchanted World Doll Museum, Ingalls House and the Corn Palace. Local celebrations include the Great Scarecrow and Decorated Pumpkin Festival, the Ringneck Festival, the Huron Prairie Fest and the South Dakota State Fair.

Huron Transportation

Huron Regional Airport is nearby.

Huron Higher Education

The city is home to Huron University. Northern State University, the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University also offer courses in higher education.

High Points

Huron strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in South Dakota):

Category	Trophy
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 3%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 3%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 7%
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 12%

Comparative Profile of Huron, SD

Comparing Huron to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in South Dakota (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Huron Almanac

Huron Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Huron Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Huron, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Huron Public Libraries

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Huron Hospitals

HURON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
172 FOURTH STREET SE
(605) 353-6200
Emergency Service: Yes

Huron High Schools (2004)

HURON HI SCH
18TH & NEVADA SW
605-353-8800
Serves 713 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 18.5

OUR HOME
40354 210TH STREET
605-353-6997
A Non-traditional School
Serves 36 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 9

Huron Colleges

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