Wessington, SD is a small town located in the north-central part of South Dakota. With a population of 220, it has one of the lowest population densities in the United States at 474 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Wessington offers plenty to do for residents and visitors alike. There are several local businesses such as Wessington Drug Store, which has been open since 1945, Wessington Ace Hardware, and Ranchers Restaurant that offer dining and shopping options. Year-round outdoor activities include camping at nearby Lake Poinsett State Park or hiking along the Big Sioux Recreation Trail System. Other organizations include the Wessington Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce. Football is the most popular sport in town with high school games taking place at Warrior Field during the fall season.
The population in Wessington is 220. There are 582 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Wessington is 38.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Wessington is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Wessington
- 55.5% are married
- 16.8% are divorced
- 23.0% are married with children
- 32.4% have children, but are single
Race in Wessington
- 90.9% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 9.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander