Clark, South Dakota


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| Name | Clark, South Dakota |
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| Settlement Type | City |
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44°52
30°N
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| Total | 1,139 |
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| Standard | UTC-6 |
| DST | UTC-5 |
Clark is a city in Clark County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 1,139 at the 2020 census. Clark is the county seat of Clark County.
History[edit]
Clark was established in 1882. The city was named after Newton Clark, a railroad official. The Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad played a significant role in the development of Clark.
Geography[edit]
Clark is located at
44°52
30°N
. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.27 square miles (3.29 km²), all land.
Demographics[edit]
As of the census of 2020, there were 1,139 people, 520 households, and 307 families residing in the city. The population density was 896.1 people per square mile (346.0/km²). The racial makeup of the city was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.
Education[edit]
Clark is served by the Clark School District, which includes an elementary school, a middle school, and a high school.
Economy[edit]
The economy of Clark is primarily based on agriculture, with a focus on crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat. There are also several small businesses and services that support the local community.
Notable People[edit]
- Frank Farrar, the 24th Governor of South Dakota, was born in Britton but raised in Clark.
- Al Neuharth, founder of USA Today, was born in Eureka but spent part of his childhood in Clark.
Points of Interest[edit]
Related Pages[edit]
- Clark County, South Dakota
- South Dakota
- Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad
- Frank Farrar
- Al Neuharth
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