Waverly, South Dakota facts for kids
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Waverly, South Dakota
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 Waverly, South Dakota
Location in South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Codington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.64 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,988 ft (606 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 22 |
| • Density | 21.61/sq mi (8.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57201
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-69420 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2628853 |
Waverly is a small place in Codington County, South Dakota, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a community that the government counts for population, but it is not officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2020, only 22 people lived there.
The name "Waverly" comes from a famous series of books. These books are called the Waverley Novels.
Where is Waverly Located?
Waverly is in the eastern part of Codington County. It is about 15 miles (24 km) northeast of Watertown. Watertown is the main city in Codington County. Waverly is also about 4 miles (6 km) east of Exit 185 on Interstate 29. This is a major highway that runs through South Dakota.
How Big is Waverly?
According to the United States Census Bureau, Waverly covers a total area of 1.02 square miles (2.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no lakes or rivers within the community's boundaries.
Who Lives in Waverly?
The number of people living in Waverly is quite small. Here is how the population has changed:
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| 2020 | 22 | — | |
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- In 2020, the population was 22 people.
This information comes from the official 2020 United States Census. The census is a count of all people living in the United States. It happens every ten years.
