Sioux Falls, SD
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 147,214 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Harsh winters bring snow in Sioux Falls, but summers are mild.
Geography
The city is located near both the Iowa and Minnesota state lines, with the Big Sioux River running through it.
Cultural Attractions
The college, affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, offers NCAA Division II athletics, theater, and art.
Recreation
Falls Park features waterfalls from the Big Sioux River, and is considered the city's birthplace.
Historical
The first documented visit was in 1832, when explorer Philander Prescott camped overnight.
| Population [details] | 147,214 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 513.43 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 33.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 21.62 °F/0.78 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 85.76 °F/60.36 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 21.48 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 83 |
| Cost of living [details] | 94.3 |
| State sales tax | 4.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Milwaukee (438.32 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | JOE FOSS FIELD (3.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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