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Madison is a city and the county seat of Lake County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 6,191 at the 2020 census.<ref name=USCensus>Template:Cite web</ref><ref name="GR6">Template:Cite web</ref> It is home to Dakota State University.

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Madison is located in the center of Lake County in southeastern South Dakota, Template:Convert northwest of Sioux Falls, Template:Convert southwest of Brookings, and Template:Convert east of Pierre. It is situated between Lake Herman and Lake Madison.

Two small streams flow through Madison named Silver Creek and Park Creek. Although rarely, these creeks are known to flood after heavy rain events.<ref name="Chapter 2 - Geophysical">Template:Cite web</ref>

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of Template:Convert, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">Template:Cite web</ref>

Climate

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Demographics

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2010 census

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As of the census<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">Template:Cite web</ref> of 2010, there were 6,474 people, 2,627 households, and 1,449 families living in the city. The population density was Template:Convert. There were 2,848 housing units at an average density of Template:Convert. The racial makeup of the city was 94.5% White, 0.7% African American, 0.9% Native American, 1.1% Asian, 1.3% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.4% of the population.

There were 2,627 households, of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.6% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 44.8% were non-families. 37.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 34.6 years. 20.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 18.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.4% were from 25 to 44; 23.6% were from 45 to 64; and 17.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.8% male and 50.2% female.

2000 census

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As of the census<ref name="GR2" /> of 2000, there were 6,540 people, 2,589 households, and 1,491 families living in the city. The population density was Template:Convert. There were 2,706 housing units at an average density of Template:Convert. The racial makeup of the city was 97.16% White, 0.24% African American, 0.81% Native American, 0.76% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.40% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.92% of the population.

There were 2,589 households, out of which 26.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.2% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 42.4% were non-families. 34.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.3% under the age of 18, 21.0% from 18 to 24, 21.7% from 25 to 44, 17.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.2 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $30,434, and the median income for a family was $39,745. Males had a median income of $28,408 versus $20,965 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,767. About 6.3% of families and 11.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 7.7% of those age 65 or over.

History

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File:Lake County Court House, Madison, South Dakota (75660).jpg
Lake County Court House, shown on a c. 1940 postcard

Madison was laid out in 1873.<ref>Template:Cite book</ref> The city was named after Madison, Wisconsin.<ref>Template:Cite book</ref>

Agriculture has long been a central part of Madison's economy, with farming and livestock production being key industries. The establishment of Dakota State University in 1881 contributed to the city's growth, with the university evolving from a normal school into a recognized institution in cybersecurity and technology. This shift has had a notable impact on the local economy. Additionally, Madison hosts events like the Prairie Village Steam Threshing Jamboree, an annual gathering that highlights the area’s agricultural history.

On May 12, 2022, Madison, along with several other towns in the region, were affected by a destructive derecho.

Transportation

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Railroad

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Template:Main Madison was once served by passenger trains of the Milwaukee Road. The former depot is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Education

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It is in the Madison Central School District 39-2.<ref>Template:Cite map - Text list</ref>

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Radio

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AM radio

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AM radio stations
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1390 AM KJAM Dakota's Best Classic Hits Alpha Media Madison

FM radio

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FM radio stations
Frequency Call sign Name Format Owner City of license
103.1 FM KJAM-FM Jammin' Country Country Alpha Media Madison

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