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• livability.com rated Yankton seventh best
among the nation’s Top 10 Small Towns.
“What drew our attention to Yankton, SD,
were three lows every city wants to have a low crime rate, which is less than half the
national average, low unemployment and
low cost of living,” the website said. “What
kept our attention was the large amount of
things to do and the diverse economy.”
• NerdWallet, ranked Yankton #1 in South
Dakota among the Best Towns For Young
Families.
The site noted Yankton’s strong K-12 and
post-secondary schools, its affordability
and its growing, prospering economy.
• Consumer advocacy site NerdWallet also
ranked Yankton #8 on its list of South
Dakota’s “Cities On The Rise.” Yankton
experienced a 11.02% growth in median
income in recent years, a strong showing
as the nation dealt with the recession.
• Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, Yankton,
was also recognized as one of the ten
most beautiful spots in South Dakota to
visit by USA Today.
When it comes to work and play,
Yankton ranks among the nation’s
best places to live.
Yankton, South Dakota – 7