Vermillion
City in Clay County, South Dakota
Vermillion is a city in Clay County, South Dakota, with 11,695 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,224 ft (373 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Burbank, 5.4 miles SE.
- 11,695residents (2020 Census)
- 1,224 ftelevation · 373 m
- 4.9 sq miland area · 12.7 km²
- 2,379 / sq mipopulation density
- 57069ZIP code
About Vermillion
Vermillion (Lakota: Waséoyuze; "The Place Where Vermilion is Obtained") is a city in and the county seat of Clay County. It is in the southeastern corner of South Dakota, United States, and is the state's 12th-most populous city. According to the 2020 census, the population was 11,695. The city lies atop a bluff near the Missouri River.
The area has been home to Native American tribes for centuries. French fur traders first visited in the late 18th century. Vermillion was founded in 1859 and incorporated in 1873. The name refers to the Lakota name: wa sa wak pa'la (red stream). Home to the University of South Dakota, Vermillion has a mixed academic and rural character: the university is a major academic institution for the state, with its only law and medical schools and its only AACSB-accredited business school. Major farm products include corn, soybeans, and alfalfa.
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Living in Vermillion
- Median household income
- $50,456
- Median home value
- $219,000
- Median rent
- $764/mo
- Median age
- 23.1
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Vermillion had 11,695 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 11,695 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,379 per sq mi (919 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Vermillion at a glance
| State | South Dakota (SD) |
|---|---|
| County | Clay County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 11,695 (2020) |
| Land area | 4.92 sq mi (12.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,224 ft (373 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.7821° N, 96.9261° W |
| ZIP code | 57069 |
| Official website | vermillion.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 4666700 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Vermillion
- Burbank5.4 mi SE
- Maskell, NE6.9 mi SW
- Meckling8.2 mi NW
- Obert, NE8.2 mi SW
- Newcastle, NE9.3 mi S
- Wynot, NE12.7 mi W
- Richland14.2 mi E
- Elk Point14.3 mi SE
- Gayville14.6 mi NW
- Westfield, IA16.4 mi E
- St. Helena, NE16.5 mi W
- Bow Valley, NE17.2 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Vermillion
What county is Vermillion in?
Vermillion is in Clay County, South Dakota.
What is the population of Vermillion, SD?
11,695 people lived in Vermillion at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Vermillion, SD?
The ZIP code of Vermillion is 57069.
What is the elevation of Vermillion?
1,224 feet (373 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Vermillion?
Burbank (5.4 mi), Maskell (6.9 mi), Meckling (8.2 mi), Obert (8.2 mi), Newcastle (9.3 mi).
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