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Summerset, South Dakota
City · Population 3,013 · #26 in South Dakota
About Summerset
Summerset is a small town in western South Dakota counting 3,013 people who proudly call it home.
Officially, Summerset is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 2.72 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,108 residents per square mile.
📰 Summerset News Today
- Several Summerset businesses damaged in Wednesday afternoon fire KBHB Radio · Jul 15
- Two-alarm house fire injures four, kills two pets in Summerset KOTA Territory News · Mar 25
- Authorities close Stagestop Road after structure fire in Summerset rapidcityjournal.com · Jul 15
- Overnight Fire destroys Summerset home - Rapid City, South Dakota | News, Weather and Sports newscenter1.tv · Mar 25
- House fire in Summerset sends 1 to the hospital KELOLAND.com · Mar 25
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Summerset Unique
- The only place in America named Summerset — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in western South Dakota, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of South Dakota — one of 485 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 3 miles.
🏫 Schools in Summerset
- Stagebarn Middle School - 10
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateSouth Dakota
TypeCity
Population (2024)3,013
Rank in state#26 of 310
Land area2.72 sq mi
Density1,108/sq mi
Coordinates44.1933, -103.3422