Warner, South Dakota facts for kids
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Warner, South Dakota
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Location in Brown County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Brown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Land | 0.28 sq mi (0.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,299 ft (396 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 485 |
| • Density | 1,738.35/sq mi (670.29/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57479
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-68740 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267625 |
Warner is a small town located in Brown County, South Dakota, United States. In 2020, about 485 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a close-knit community.
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History of Warner
The town of Warner got its name from an early settler named Warren Tarbox. He was one of the first people to live in this area.
Geography of Warner
Where is Warner Located?
Warner is in the northeastern part of South Dakota. It covers a total area of about 0.28 square miles (0.72 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the town limits.
People of Warner
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Warner has slowly grown over the years. Here's how the population has changed:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 322 | — | |
| 1990 | 336 | 4.3% | |
| 2000 | 419 | 24.7% | |
| 2010 | 457 | 9.1% | |
| 2020 | 485 | 6.1% | |
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A Look at Warner's Community (2010 Census)
In 2010, there were 457 people living in Warner. This meant there were about 1,632 people per square mile. The town had 166 households, and most of these (130) were families.
Most of the people living in Warner were White (95.8%). A smaller number of residents were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people also identified with two or more races. About 0.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (46.4%) had children under 18 living with them. Most households (67.5%) were married couples. Some households were led by a single parent, either a mother (6.0%) or a father (4.8%). About 18.1% of households were individuals living alone.
The average age in Warner was 33.9 years old. About 30.2% of the residents were under 18. People aged 25 to 44 made up 27.9% of the population. The town had a fairly even split between males (51.0%) and females (49.0%).
Education in Warner
Learning in Warner
Warner has its own school district, and all students attend Warner High School. This school is special because it teaches students from kindergarten all the way through high school in one building! Class sizes are usually small, with around 20 students per class.
Warner High School is well-known for its sports teams, especially its highly-ranked volleyball team. It has also been recognized as one of the best high schools in South Dakota by US News, ranking 4th in the state.
Notable People from Warner
Some interesting people have come from Warner:
- Boyd R. Overhulse: He was born in Warner and later became a lawyer and state politician in Oregon.
- Derrek Tuszka: An athlete who played as an outside linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers. He was also a national champion at North Dakota State.
- Chuck Welke: An educator and politician from South Dakota.
See also
In Spanish: Warner (Dakota del Sur) para niños
