15 Small Towns In South Dakota Where Everyone Knows Your Name

Living anywhere has its pros and cons. Living in one of the small towns in South Dakota means everyone knows your name and probably your life story - whether you want them to or not. Here are our picks of 15 of the most adorable, best small towns in South Dakota.

1. Clark

With a population just over 1,000 people you're guaranteed to be known by everyone in town. Clark is located straight west of Watertown. Learn more about the town on its official website.

2. Hayti

This Hamlin County town of ~381 people is like living with all your extending family. Everyone knows what is happening in your life, for better or for worse - but usually for better.

3. Redfield

With a population of 2,333, this small town is one of the biggest on our list. Even with that many people, it still seems like everyone knows your name. Learn more about the town on its official website.

4. Eureka

868 people call Eureka home and every one of them cares about and wants to know their neighbors. This small town is tight knit. Learn more about the town in this article.

5. Davis

Davis has a population of only 85 people. Though they welcome visitors as one of their own.

6. Hill City

With a population of 948, this west river historic town is charming. Visit this small town and you may never want to leave.

Learn more about the town on its official website.

7. Wilmot

When you drive into town, you immediately feel at home in Wilmot. With 492 residents, you would have to work to not know everyone.

8. Emery

Home to 447 people in only 191 households, if you live in this small town you definitely know everyone's name. Learn more about the town on its official website.

9. Platte

This town of around 1400 residents is family oriented and full of beautiful scenery. Learn more about the town on its official website.

10. Colton

Stop by the local gas station and you'll realize that everyone really does know everyone in the town of Colton. Learn more about the town on its official website.

11. Isabel

This town of 135 residents is so small that their school actually closed in 2009. Don't be fooled though, Isabel is a town as strong and community focused as ever. Stop by once and they'll know your name forever.

12. Dell Rapids

Just north of Sioux Falls is the small town of Dell Rapids. As the population nears 4,000, it can hardly be called a small town anymore. Yet, everyone still seems to know everyone, giving it that charming small town feel. Learn more about the town on its official website.

13. Kadoka

With a population of 654, Kadoka is known as the "Gateway to the Badlands". Locals claim that Kadoka is the friendliest town around making it one of the best places to be known by everyone. Learn more about the town on its official website.

14. Mound City

71 people call Mound City home. You could meet everyone in this town in one day!

15. Plankinton

Plankinton is home to 707 people and is a hotspot for hunters. Because of its easy to find location off of I-90, many people drive through on business but those who know the town well know there is so much pleasure to be had as well. Learn more about the town on its official website.

We know there are many small towns in South Dakota that aren't on this list. What towns would you add? What are your picks for the best small towns in South Dakota? Tell us in the comments!