Kadoka, South Dakota facts for kids
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Kadoka, South Dakota
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Sign on South Dakota Highway 73
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| Motto(s):
"Gateway To The Badlands"
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Location in Jackson County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Jackson |
| Founded | 1906 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.31 sq mi (5.99 km2) |
| • Land | 2.29 sq mi (5.92 km2) |
| • Water | 0.03 sq mi (0.07 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,461 ft (750 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 543 |
| • Density | 237.64/sq mi (91.74/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
57543
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-33180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267442 |
Kadoka is a small city in South Dakota, United States. It is the main town in Jackson County. In 2020, about 543 people lived there. Kadoka is known as the "Gateway To The Badlands" because it's close to the famous Badlands National Park.
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History of Kadoka
Kadoka got its start in 1906. This was when the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad built its tracks to this spot. The town was chosen as the county seat for the new Jackson County in 1915.
Geography and Climate
Kadoka covers about 2.3 square miles (5.9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part is water.
What is the weather like in Kadoka?
Kadoka has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. Temperatures can get very hot in July and August. They can also get very cold in January and February. The city gets some rain throughout the year. It also sees snowfall, especially in winter and early spring.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 222 | — | |
| 1920 | 341 | 53.6% | |
| 1930 | 385 | 12.9% | |
| 1940 | 464 | 20.5% | |
| 1950 | 584 | 25.9% | |
| 1960 | 840 | 43.8% | |
| 1970 | 815 | −3.0% | |
| 1980 | 832 | 2.1% | |
| 1990 | 736 | −11.5% | |
| 2000 | 706 | −4.1% | |
| 2010 | 654 | −7.4% | |
| 2020 | 543 | −17.0% | |
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Kadoka's population has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 654 people living in the city. Most residents were White, with a notable number of Native American people. The average age in Kadoka was about 44.5 years old.
Kadoka Airport
The City of Kadoka has its own airport. It has two runways made of grass. The airport is located in the eastern part of town. It is close to the local school's sports fields.
Depot Museum
Kadoka has a museum that used to be the city's train station. This building was once the Chicago, Milwaukee, and St. Paul Railroad Depot. The museum is open for visitors during certain hours on specific days.
See also
In Spanish: Kadoka (Dakota del Sur) para niños
