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Population
42
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,757 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$151,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$76,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Ward is a quiet, tight-knit community in Moody County, nestled in the open farm country of eastern South Dakota near the Minnesota border. Originally founded during the area's railroad boom and named for early promoter James A. Ward, the town offers a slow, peaceful pace of living. With wide prairie skies and friendly neighbors, Ward gives residents simple small-town charm surrounded by rich agricultural land.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingRural FitA+98.9rating

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