How Many Towns Are Officially Part of the Sioux Falls Metro?
Sioux Falls is growing at a faster rate than at any other time in its history. Whether you believe that to be a good or bad thing is up for debate, but it's undeniably becoming one of the power cities of the Upper Midwest.
Estimates vary, but the current population of the Sioux Falls metro ranges anywhere from 289,000 to 300,000 residents. But you may be surprised as to exactly how many surrounding communities are considered to be part of the metropolitan area.
Which Cities Are Considered Part of the Sioux Empire Metro?
Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and McCook are the four primary counties of the Sioux Empire. Believe it or not, at least 33 towns and communities are considered to be within the boundaries of the metro. These include:
- Sioux Falls (Primary City)
- Beresford
- Brandon
- Canton
- Crooks
- Dell Rapids
- Garretson
- Harrisburg
- Harford
- Lennox
- Parker
- Salem
- Tea
- Worthing
- Baltic
- Bridgewater
- Canistota
- Centerville
- Colton
- Humboldt
- Marion
- Valley Springs
- Viborg
- Chancellor
- Davis
- Dolton
- Fairview
- Hudson
- Hurley
- Irene (partial)
- Monroe
- Montrose
- Sherman
- Spencer
Several unincorporated communities fall within the metro as well, including Rowena, Renner, and Corson.
The metro of Sioux Falls isn't expected to slow down any time soon, as it's predicted to have a population exceeding 430,000 by 2060. That will put it on par with such cities as Minneapolis, Oakland, and Miami.
Story Sources: Census Reporter Website, Sioux Falls Metro Area Wikipedia Page, Largest Cities in the U.S. Wikipedia Page
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