Volga, South Dakota

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Volga, South Dakota

Volga is a city in Brookings County, in the state of South Dakota, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 2,113.

History[edit]

Volga was platted in 1879. The city was named after the Volga River in Russia. A post office has been in operation in Volga since 1879.

Geography[edit]

Volga is located at

   
       44°19 
       30°N
   

. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.32 square miles (3.42 km²), all land.

Demographics[edit]

As of the census of 2020, there were 2,113 people, 835 households, and 573 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,600.8 inhabitants per square mile (618.1/km²). There were 890 housing units at an average density of 674.2 per square mile (260.3/km²).

Education[edit]

Volga is served by the Sioux Valley School District. The district includes Sioux Valley Elementary School, Sioux Valley Middle School, and Sioux Valley High School.

Economy[edit]

The economy of Volga is primarily based on agriculture, with many residents engaged in farming and related activities. The city also has a number of small businesses and services that cater to the local community.

Transportation[edit]

Volga is accessible via U.S. Route 14, which runs east-west through the city. The nearest major airport is Sioux Falls Regional Airport, located approximately 60 miles southeast of Volga.

Notable People[edit]

  • Harvey Dunn, an artist known for his prairie paintings, was born near Volga.
  • John Hamre, a former Deputy Secretary of Defense, was raised in Volga.

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