Wellington, SD Rankings

Wellington, SD is a small city located in South Dakota. It has a population of 526 and is ranked the 104th best city to live in South Dakota according to the 2020 rankings from BestPlaces.net. Wellington boasts an excellent quality of life with plenty of amenities and recreational activities, as well as a low cost of living. The city has many parks and trails for outdoor recreation, including Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Wells County Park, both of which are popular spots for fishing, hiking, and camping. The town also features local shopping options with several restaurants, bars, stores, and more providing residents with convenient access to all their daily needs. Residents also enjoy attending annual festivals such as the Wellington Folk Festival held every June or the Christmas Light Parade in December. With its low crime rate and quality school system, Wellington offers its citizens an ideal place to settle down and raise a family while enjoying all that this small South Dakota town has to offer.

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