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Madison, SD

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Population
6,065
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,678 ft
Median Home Value
$193,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$981/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$65,593
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Madison in context.

OverallBest places in South DakotaPopulation ranking#18 highest population in South DakotaNearest larger communityBrookings, South Dakota26 miles away · 25,355 residents.

About Madison

Madison is a city and the county seat of Lake County, South Dakota, situated in the southeastern region of the state. Home to Dakota State University and the historic Prairie Village museum complex near Lake Herman, the community of approximately 6,094 is served by the Madison Central School District for public primary and secondary education.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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