9 Hilarious Inside Jokes You’ll Only Appreciate If You Hail From South Dakota

South Dakota is a wonderful place to live, but it’s also a little bit quirky. Here are 9 jokes about the Mount Rushmore State that you’ll only get if you live here.

1. South Dakota small town living just can't be beat.

2. Our biggest, most intimidating residents can be a little bit cantankerous sometimes.

3. I'd drive 100 miles for the homemade sherbet.

5. Tater tot hotdish is the kind of comfort food we need in -32 degree weather.

6. We sure love having the place to ourselves all winter.

7. You haven't lived in South Dakota until you've experienced the wind.

8. People who live there will tell you it's the smell of money 😉

9. The East River/West River rivalry never ends.

What are some of your favorite silly South Dakota stereotypes?

Catherine Armstrong

Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.

9 Hilarious Inside Jokes You’ll Only Appreciate If You Hail From South Dakota

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