Sioux Falls Could See Its Population Soar By 2100

There's no denying that Sioux Falls is heading toward a transformative period in its history. In fact, it could be argued that the transformation has already begun. The population is surging, the economy is booming, and the cost of living (compared to other cities) is relatively low.

Based on these key factors, what will Sioux Falls look like in just 75 years? It's not as far away as you might think. For example, 75 years ago, the year was 1950. Harry Truman was president of the United States, the average price for a gallon of milk was 83 cents, and the population of Sioux Falls was around 52,000 residents...

Ok, so maybe it was a long time ago. But, thanks to technology, we now have the ability to glimpse into the future. And with the help of AI, we have 3 bold predictions about Sioux Falls that could very well come true by the time 2100 rolls around.

So, strap into our magical DeLorean, because where we're going, we don't need roads.

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Prediction #1: The population of Sioux Falls Will be MUCH Higher Than Today

Okay, so this isn't exactly a bold prediction. Current estimates show that the City of Sioux Falls is growing at a rapid pace, and that will inevitably continue. But by how much? Well, here's what Google AI has to say on the subject.

When asked what the population of Sioux Falls would be, based on current trends, here was its response:

By 2100, assuming current trends largely hold:

A "Tier 2" or "Strong Mid-Sized" Metro: It's very plausible the Sioux Falls Metro Area could reach a population of 600,000 to 800,000+ by 2100. Some more aggressive projections for the state might even hint at 1 million for the metro, but that's pushing it.

-Google AI

Prediction #2: The Sioux Empire Will Become a "Silicon Cornfield" of Sorts

This prediction caught me off guard but makes sense. Google AI predicts that by 2100, the Sioux Empire will have built upon both the agricultural industry and the advancements in the Biotech and Healthcare industries, to essentially make the area a haven for global food security and sustainable resources. It goes on to say that this will help develop new plastics, fabrics and fuels from agricultural waste, creating thousands of jobs in the area.

Prediction #3: Sioux Falls Will Become a "Smart City"

Imagine a future where self-driving vehicles and robots handle almost everything – from delivering your Amazon package to taking out the trash, and even driving you around town. By 2100, Sioux Falls isn't just a city; it's the master control center for all this futuristic movement across North America, and a living example of how a city runs itself.

Google AI

While these predictions seem rather implausible today, who's to say what will happen in the next 75 years? One thing is for certain, Sioux Falls will look very different at the turn of the next century.

Story Sources: Google AI, Pay Scale Website, Sioux Falls Biz Website, Siouxland Proud Website