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Population
1,174
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,506 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$203,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$697/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,741
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Garretson

Located about twenty minutes northeast of Sioux Falls, Garretson pairs quiet small-town living with some of eastern South Dakota’s best outdoor scenery. The town is surrounded by dramatic pink quartzite cliffs along Split Rock Creek, with spots like Devil’s Gulch and Palisades State Park right at your doorstep. It is a great spot for anyone looking for a tight-knit community, easy access to hiking and kayaking trails, and a quick commute to the city.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingPublic-School Academic GrowthA+98.7rating

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