Watertown, SD is a small city located in the northeastern part of the state. It has a population of approximately 22,000 people. Despite its size, Watertown is well-connected to other cities and towns in the state, thanks to its public transportation options. The city operates a number of bus routes that are available throughout the town and nearby areas. There are also several taxi and rideshare services operating in Watertown which provide convenient transportation for locals and visitors alike. For those looking to travel farther distances, there is an airport located just outside of town with flights to major cities around the region. In addition, Amtrak provides rail services to Watertown’s train station that connects it with other towns in South Dakota as well as parts of Minnesota and Iowa. Overall, there are many ways to get around Watertown depending on one’s needs and budget.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Watertown takes 13.3 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Watertown get to work:
- 85.0% drive their own car alone
- 7.8% carpool with others
- 4.0% work from home
- 0.3% take mass transit