{"id":156,"date":"2023-01-04T03:31:13","date_gmt":"2023-01-04T03:31:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wdcsd.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=156"},"modified":"2026-10-13T18:59:17","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T18:59:17","slug":"why-watertown","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/why-watertown\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Watertown"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"156\" class=\"elementor elementor-156\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3e4e40d9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"3e4e40d9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4e510b74 top column-style-top\" data-id=\"4e510b74\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-abd0bbc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"abd0bbc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-79f5b98 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-items-middle\" data-id=\"79f5b98\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8d8fd94 top column-style-top\" data-id=\"8d8fd94\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-a148fd5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"a148fd5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0411516 top column-style-top\" data-id=\"0411516\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f55edd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2f55edd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Watertown Region?<br \/> <h2>It's A Great Place to Live!<\/h2><\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5fe5195 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5fe5195\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Watertown, South Dakota offers the ideal balance of opportunity, access, and quality of life. From lakeside recreation and outdoor adventure to strong healthcare, education, and a welcoming community, Watertown is built for families and professionals alike. Anchored by regional healthcare at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, supported by respected educational institutions including the Watertown School District, Lake Area Technical College, and Mount Marty University, and strategically located along major transportation corridors, Watertown is a place where people can live well, work confidently, and plan for the future.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7973854 elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7973854\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5e49e11 top column-style-top\" data-id=\"5e49e11\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c05d494 elementor-tabs-view-vertical elementor-widget elementor-widget-tabs\" data-id=\"c05d494\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tabs\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tabs-wrapper\" role=\"tablist\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2011\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2011\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Life In Watertown<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2012\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2012\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Things To Do<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2013\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2013\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Healthcare<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2014\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2014\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Business Thrives!<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2015\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2015\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Education<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2016\" class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-desktop-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2016\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Location & Transportation<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tabs-content-wrapper\" role=\"tablist\" aria-orientation=\"vertical\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"true\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2011\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Life In Watertown<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2011\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2011\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"false\"><p>Watertown delivers a quality of life that blends professional opportunity<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1389 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/03_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-2.jpg\" alt=\"two girls shopping in watertown\" width=\"314\" height=\"314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/03_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-2.jpg 314w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/03_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/03_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-2-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/>\u00a0with everyday enjoyment. A strong workforce, low taxes, and a low cost of doing business allow employers and employees alike to thrive. Local businesses flourish alongside familiar national brands, while locally owned restaurants and boutiques give the community its unique character.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"1102\">Set between\u00a0<strong data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"692\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Lake Kampeska<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"738\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Pelican Lake<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, Watertown offers exceptional outdoor recreation year-round. Residents enjoy hunting, fishing, water sports, and miles of open space, all while living in clean, quiet, and safe neighborhoods. Families are supported by one of the state\u2019s top school districts and access to the largest privately owned hospital in South Dakota, providing trusted care close to home.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2012\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Things To Do<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2012\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2012\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Watertown offers rich culture, history, and small-town charm with experiences you won\u2019t find just anywhere. Together, these attractions create a vibrant cultural scene that makes Watertown not just a place to work\u2014but a place people are proud to call home.<br \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"content-box\" style=\"margin-bottom: 40px;\">\n<div style=\"height: 250px; float: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1232 size-medium alignleft\" style=\"min-height: 100px; max-width: 85%;\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/visitwtn_logo.png\" \/><\/div>\n<h3>Visit Watertown SD<\/h3>\n<p>Welcome to Watertown, where art meets adventure and great tastes are always on the menu. This slice of prairie paradise is the perfect spot for a getaway as relaxing or wild as you want. No matter how you do Watertown, one thing is certain: you\u2019re in for one huge surprise.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/visitwatertownsd.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1388 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/02_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Watertown at Sunset\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/02_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/02_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/02_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_2_314x314_Watertown101-1.jpg 314w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\n<h3>The Terry Redlin Art Center<\/h3>\n<p>The\u00a0<strong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"171\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Terry Redlin Art Center<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0showcases more than 150 original oil paintings by renowned Americana artist Terry Redlin, set within a beautifully preserved conservation park that draws visitors from across the country.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/redlinart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1232 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/05_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_WatertownSchoolDistrict-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"a father and son looking at a seal at the zoo\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/05_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_WatertownSchoolDistrict-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/05_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_WatertownSchoolDistrict-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/05_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_WatertownSchoolDistrict.jpg 509w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\n<h3>Bramble Park Zoo<\/h3>\n<p>Families and visitors alike love the\u00a0<strong data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"441\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Bramble Park Zoo<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, a welcoming hometown zoo where guests can get surprisingly close to animals while learning about wildlife in an engaging, hands-on environment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brambleparkzoo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-14254 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/JWS_5689-Enhanced-NR-600x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>\n<h3>The Goss Opera House<\/h3>\n<p>For the arts, the historic\u00a0<strong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"658\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Goss Opera House<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0delivers stunning art exhibits and world-class performances in a beautifully restored venue that rivals big-city theaters. History enthusiasts can also step back in time with a tour of the home of\u00a0<strong data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"897\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Arthur C. Mellette<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, South Dakota\u2019s first governor.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegossoperahouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15147 size-full alignleft\" style=\"padding: 150px 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image002.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"90\" \/>\n<h3>Prairie Lakes Ice Arena<\/h3>\n<p>The Prairie Lakes Ice Arena is a year-round, refrigerated two-rink facility operated by the City of Watertown Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department. The arena supports figure skating, hockey, curling, public skating, and community events, and includes skate rental, concessions, locker rooms, a warm viewing area, two community meeting rooms, and free on-site parking is available.<\/p>\n<p>The arena is home to the Watertown Shamrocks, a Tier II Junior Hockey team in the NAHL, and regularly hosts local and regional tournaments, camps, and performances. All ages and skill levels are welcome-whether learning to skate, returning to a favorite sport, or enjoying time at the rink with family and friends.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertownice.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15148 alignleft\" style=\"padding: 50px 0 100px 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image003.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" \/>Prairie Lakes Wellness Center<\/h3>\n<p>Prairie Lakes Wellness Center is here to help you move more, feel better, and live well. Our mission\u2014<strong>Providing Fitness for Life<\/strong>\u2014guides everything we do. Whether you&#8217;re just getting started or have been active for years, we offer a welcoming space for people of all ages and fitness levels.<\/p>\n<p>Our certified trainers, instructors, and staff are here to help you reach your goals\u2014whether that means building strength, staying active as you age, learning to swim, or just finding time to take care of yourself.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plwc.life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visit Their Website<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2013\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Healthcare<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2013\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2013\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">Quality Healthcare Close to Home<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Watertown offers a comprehensive healthcare system that provides residents and families with convenient access to quality medical services. At the heart of the community is Sanford Watertown Medical Center (formerly Prairie Lakes Hospital), providing emergency care, surgical services, maternity care, cancer treatment, and a wide range of specialized medical services. The community is also home to numerous medical clinics offering family medicine, pediatrics, preventive care, and specialty healthcare services. Beyond traditional medical care, Watertown features a strong network of dental practices providing general, cosmetic, pediatric, and restorative dentistry, along with optometry, chiropractic care, physical therapy, mental health services, and rehabilitation facilities. With modern medical technology, experienced healthcare professionals, and a commitment to compassionate care, Watertown offers the healthcare resources and peace of mind that make it an exceptional place to live, work, and raise a family.<br \/><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/directories\/?ppwix_page=1&amp;ppwix_type=&amp;ppwix_cat=healthcare&amp;ppwix_search=\">HEALTHCARE DIRECTORY<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2014\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Business Thrives!<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2014\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2014\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><p data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"504\"><strong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"119\">Taxes That Actually Work for You<\/strong><br data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"122\" \/>South Dakota is one of the most business-friendly tax environments in the country\u2014and Watertown lets you take full advantage of it. With\u00a0<strong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"378\">no corporate income tax, no personal income tax, no inventory tax, no personal property tax, and no inheritance tax<\/strong>, your business keeps more of what it earns. That means greater cash flow, easier growth, and a competitive edge from day one.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"928\"><strong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"542\">A Safe, Well-Protected Community<\/strong><br data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"545\" \/>Watertown offers the peace of mind business owners and employees are looking for. The city is supported by professional, full-time police and fire departments, along with the Codington County Sheriff\u2019s Office. Emergency services are modern, well-equipped, and highly responsive, creating a stable, secure environment where companies and families alike can confidently put down roots.<br \/><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/codington.sdcounty.gov\/sheriff\">Codington County Sheriff<\/a><\/strong>: PH (605) 882-6280<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertownsd.us\/162\/Police-Department\"><strong>Watertown Police Department:<\/strong><\/a> Ph (605) 882-6210<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1303\"><strong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"970\">Strategic Transportation &amp; Logistics<\/strong><br data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"973\" \/>Location matters\u2014and Watertown delivers. Positioned at the intersection of\u00a0<strong data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1086\">Interstate 29 and U.S. Highway 212<\/strong>, businesses enjoy efficient north-south and east-west access, with a direct route to the Minneapolis market. Whether you\u2019re shipping products, commuting, or expanding your service area, Watertown keeps you connected.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1727\"><strong data-start=\"1305\" data-end=\"1346\">Four Seasons. Endless Quality of Life<\/strong><br data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\" \/>Watertown\u2019s four distinct seasons offer more than just variety\u2014they support a lifestyle people love. Summers are ideal for lake life and water sports, winters bring snowmobiling, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing, and fall showcases stunning color along with some of the nation\u2019s best pheasant and waterfowl hunting. It\u2019s a place where employees want to live, not just work.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2015\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Education<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2015\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2015\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><h2><strong>PUBLIC SCHOOLS<\/strong><\/h2>\n<!-- WATERTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT OVERVIEW -->\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1980 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Watertown-School-District-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Watertown School District\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Watertown-School-District-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Watertown-School-District-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Watertown-School-District-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Watertown-School-District.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\n<h3>Exceptional K-12 Schools<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Watertown School District<\/strong> serves nearly 4,000 students across a well-structured system of elementary schools, an intermediate school, a middle school, and a high school. Families relocating to Watertown quickly discover why these schools stand out\u2014not just locally, but statewide. South Dakota leads the nation in computer and internet accessibility for students, and Watertown exemplifies that commitment with a <strong>2:1 computer-to-student ratio<\/strong> and <strong>1:1 laptop access at the high school level<\/strong>. Low dropout rates and strong standardized test performance make Watertown an ideal place to raise and educate future leaders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: McKinley -->\n<h3>McKinley Early Childhood \/ McKinley Elementary<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> PK\u2013K<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 5 12th St SW, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/mckinley-elementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Garfield -->\n<h3>Garfield Education Center<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Programs:<\/strong> Preschool<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakeareatech.edu\/life-at-lake-area-tech\/additional-information\/educare-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Jefferson -->\n<h3>Jefferson Elementary<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 1\u20134<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 1701 N Maple St, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/jefferson-elementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Lincoln -->\n<h3>Lincoln Elementary<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 1\u20134<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 1100 13th St NE, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/lincoln-elementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Mellette -->\n<h3>Mellette Elementary<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 1\u20134<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 619 2nd St NW, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/mellette-elementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Watertown Intermediate -->\n<h3>Watertown Intermediate School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 5\u20136<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 601 11th St NE, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/intermediate-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Watertown Middle -->\n<h3>Watertown Middle School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 7\u20138<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 1700 11th St NE, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/middle-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Watertown High -->\n<h3>Watertown High School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 9\u201312<br \/><strong>Address:<\/strong> 200 9th St NE, Watertown, SD<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertown.k12.sd.us\/o\/high-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<!-- PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL SCHOOLS -->\n<h2>Private &amp; Parochial Schools<\/h2>\n<p>Watertown offers additional educational choices through private and faith-based schools.<\/p>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Immaculate Conception -->\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-15197 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ava_maria_school-600x204.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"244\" height=\"83\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ava_maria_school-600x204.png 600w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/ava_maria_school.png 604w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/>Ava Maria Catholic School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> PK, K\u20136<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.avemariacatholicschool.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\">\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15198 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/MascotLogo-LS-Color.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"189\" height=\"196\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<h3>St. Martin&#8217;s Lutheran School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> PK, K\u20138<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stmartinsschool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Watertown Christian -->\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15199 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/wtn_christian.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"189\" height=\"129\" \/>Watertown Christian School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> PK, K\u20138<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.watertownchristianschool.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><!-- IMAGE PLACEHOLDER: Great Plains Lutheran -->\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15200 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/GPL-primary.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"207\" height=\"96\" \/>Great Plains Lutheran High School<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Grades:<\/strong> 9\u201312<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?kgmid=%2Fm%2F0c3_7s9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">School Information<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<!-- HIGHER EDUCATION -->\n<h2>Higher Education &amp; Career Training<\/h2>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-2836  alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Untitled-design-2023-02-15T142357.040-300x300.png\" alt=\"Lake Area Technical College\" width=\"312\" height=\"312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Untitled-design-2023-02-15T142357.040-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Untitled-design-2023-02-15T142357.040-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Untitled-design-2023-02-15T142357.040-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Untitled-design-2023-02-15T142357.040.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/>\n<h3>Workforce-Ready Higher Education<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Lake Area Technical College<\/strong> is a cornerstone of Watertown&#8217;s economic strength, producing graduates trained in cutting-edge manufacturing, technology, and computer-related fields. Businesses benefit directly from a steady pipeline of skilled, job-ready professionals who are prepared to contribute from day one.<\/p>\n<p>Nationally recognized for excellence, Lake Area Technical College was awarded the <strong>2017 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence<\/strong>, the highest honor in the nation for community colleges. This distinction reflects exceptional student outcomes, innovation, and continuous improvement\u2014making Watertown especially attractive to employers seeking a highly capable workforce.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1380 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/07_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_MMU-300x300.png\" alt=\"Mount Marty\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/07_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_MMU-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/07_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_MMU-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/07_WDC_Website_SplitBlock_1_509x509_MMU.png 509w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\n<h3>Expand College Access<\/h3>\n<p>Watertown also offers access to additional higher education opportunities through <strong>Mount Marty University<\/strong> and <strong>National American University<\/strong>. For those seeking a major research university experience, <strong>South Dakota State University<\/strong>, the state&#8217;s largest public university, is just 50 miles away in Brookings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"content-box\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-15140 size-full alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image005.jpg\" alt=\"Northeast Technical High School\" width=\"321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image005.jpg 921w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image005-768x273.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 921px) 100vw, 921px\" \/>\n<h3>Northeast Technical High School<\/h3>\n<p>For over 40 years we have provided career and technical education services to students of the Glacial Lakes Region of South Dakota. We currently serve students from 7 area high schools in 13 career cluster areas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Together, Watertown&#8217;s education system supports families, attracts talent, and fuels business growth\u2014making it a smart move for those looking to invest in both quality of life and long-term success.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-tab-title elementor-tab-mobile-title\" aria-selected=\"false\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2016\" aria-expanded=\"false\">Location & Transportation<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2016\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"6\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2016\" tabindex=\"0\" hidden=\"hidden\"><p data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"559\"><strong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"108\">Strategic Midwest Advantage<\/strong><br data-start=\"108\" data-end=\"111\" \/>Located in Northeast South Dakota,\u00a0<strong data-start=\"146\" data-end=\"187\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Watertown<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0sits at a powerful crossroads of commerce. Positioned at the intersection of\u00a0<strong data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"282\">Interstate 29<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"307\" data-is-only-node=\"\">U.S. Highway 212<\/strong>, Watertown is approximately halfway between Omaha and Winnipeg and just 200 miles from Minneapolis. This central location places businesses within easy reach of major regional and international markets\u2014without the congestion or costs of larger metros.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"1015\"><strong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"595\">Built for Business &amp; Logistics<\/strong><br data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"598\" \/>Watertown\u2019s transportation network gives companies a serious operational edge. Immediate access to major trucking corridors serving the Midwest and south-central Canada allows goods and services to move quickly and efficiently. Additional federal and state routes\u2014including\u00a0<strong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"883\">U.S. 81<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"915\">South Dakota Highway 20<\/strong>\u2014support rural commerce, regional distribution, and seamless north\u2013south and east\u2013west connectivity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1152\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">For businesses that value speed, reliability, and cost-effective logistics, Watertown delivers a location that works as hard as you do.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/watertownregionalairport.com\"><strong>Watertown Regional Airport<\/strong><\/a> provides commercial air service for residents, businesses, and visitors. The flights are Delta and United operated by SkyWest Airline. Short lines, efficient check-in, and a straightforward terminal layout help reduce wait times and simplify travel. Free short- and long-term parking is available on site.<\/p>\n<p>ATY offers daily service through Minneapolis\u2013St. Paul (MSP) and Denver (DEN) on Delta Connection and United Express, operated by SkyWest Airlines. These routes provide access to national destinations with a single connection.<\/p>\n<p>New nonstop flights are available on United Experess to Denver (DEN), and on Delta Connection to Minneapolis-St.Paul (MSP), both operated by SkyWest Airlines. From there, connect to hundreds of destinations across the world.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/watertownregionalairport.com\">VISIT WATERTOWN REGIONAL AIRPORT SITE<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15135 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image004.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image004.png 1600w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image004-1024x256.png 1024w, https:\/\/wdcsd.com\/staged\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/image004-768x192.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Watertown Region? It&#8217;s A Great Place to Live! 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