Running Water
Census-designated place in Bon Homme County, South Dakota

Running Water is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Bon Homme County, South Dakota, with 47 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,250 ft (381 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Niobrara, 3.4 miles SW.
- 47residents (2020 Census)
- 1,250 ftelevation · 381 m
- 2.1 sq miland area · 5.4 km²
- 22 / sq mipopulation density
- 57062ZIP code
About Running Water
Running Water is a census-designated place (CDP) in Bon Homme County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 47 at the 2020 census.
The community's name Running Water is a former variant name of the nearby Niobrara River.
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- Median home value
- $9,999
- Median age
- 76
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Running Water had 47 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 47 |
|---|---|
| Density | 22 per sq mi (9 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Running Water at a glance
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
|---|---|
| County | Bon Homme County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 47 (2020) |
| Land area | 2.09 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (381 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7822° N, 97.9817° W |
| ZIP code | 57062 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4656820 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Running Water
- Niobrara, NE3.4 mi SW
- Springfield7.0 mi NE
- Santee, NE7.8 mi NE
- Verdel, NE10.9 mi W
- Lindy, NE12.2 mi E
- Verdigre, NE13.1 mi S
- Center, NE13.1 mi SE
- Bon Homme Colony15.1 mi NE
- Tyndall15.5 mi N
- Avon15.9 mi N
- Monowi, NE18.0 mi W
- Winnetoon, NE18.6 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Running Water
What county is Running Water in?
Running Water is in Bon Homme County, South Dakota.
What is the population of Running Water, SD?
47 people lived in Running Water at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Running Water, SD?
The ZIP code of Running Water is 57062.
What is the elevation of Running Water?
1,250 feet (381 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Running Water?
Niobrara (3.4 mi), Springfield (7.0 mi), Santee (7.8 mi), Verdel (10.9 mi), Lindy (12.2 mi).
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