Wakonda, South Dakota 57073
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member NGComets
N 43° 00.535 W 097° 06.440
14T E 654247 N 4763543
Small town post office.
Waymark Code: WM8T7J
Location: South Dakota, United States
Date Posted: 05/10/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member PTCrazy
Views: 1

Located in Clay County, South Dakota, Wakonda has a population of 350 as of July 2008. This is a 6% reduction in population from the 2000 census.

Wakonda is a small town located in southeastern South Dakota. It was founded in 1885 and there was a constant influx of settlers into the community. The railroad had just built a new line coming into Wakonda and economic circumstances brought many businesses into town. There is a legend that "Wakonda" is an Indian word meaning "Wonderland" based upon the belief that Wakonda was located in a wonderland of productivity.

Wakonda is home to a population of almost 400 people. Wakonda offers a true "small town" atmosphere where people are friendly and work together as a community. Wakonda is home to many local businesses, as well as five churches, and the Irene/Wakonda elementary school. Wakonda also has a wonderful city park, which is an area suited for many activities for children and adults. This quaint little town has much to offer any visitor or resident!

Courtesy of Wakonda city website.
Type of structure:: Stand Alone

re-enter Zip Code here:: 57073

Current Status:: Still in Use

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