Yankton, SD is a great city with many things to offer. It has been ranked highly by BestPlaces for its strong economy, low cost of living, access to quality healthcare and education, and overall safety. Yankton is known as the “Gateway to the West” due to its location on the Missouri River and its proximity to major centers in Nebraska and Iowa. It offers an attractive combination of natural beauty with outdoor activities along the river, plus a vibrant downtown district filled with shops, restaurants, galleries, and more. Yankton has received high rankings from BestPlaces for numerous categories including job growth rate (ranked 31st out of 200 cities); housing affordability (ranked 12th); median household income (ranked 5th); violent crime rate (ranked 10th); educational attainment (ranked 6th); health insurance coverage (ranked 4th). Overall it's an excellent place to live and work for those looking for a safe community with plenty of opportunity.
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