Watertown, SD, United States

Capital City

With a population just shy of 23,000, Watertown is South Dakota's 5th largest city - and also home to some of the state's priciest real estate. The median home price hovers around $200,000, a hefty sum for a small Midwestern town. While Watertown sits along the picturesque Big Sioux River and boasts cultural attractions like the Redlin Art Center, the climate can be a persistent headache, with a hot-summer humid continental climate that was previously even colder. Watertown may appeal to those seeking an affordable, Midwestern lifestyle, but the high cost of living and unpredictable weather are factors to weigh carefully.