Butte County, South Dakota

**Butte County, South Dakota**
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Name	Butte County, South Dakota
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Settlement Type	County
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Coordinates	45.01°N 103.47°W
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Total	10143
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Standard	UTC-7
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Butte County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 10,143. Its county seat is Belle Fourche.

History[edit | edit source]

Butte County was created in 1883 and organized in 1886. The name "Butte" refers to the unique geographical features in the area, including several prominent buttes.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 2,266 square miles, of which 2,250 square miles is land and 16 square miles (0.7%) is water.

Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]

Major highways[edit | edit source]

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 10,143 people, 4,200 households, and 2,800 families residing in the county. The population density was 4.5 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of Native American, African American, and other races.

Communities[edit | edit source]

City[edit | edit source]

Belle Fourche

Towns[edit | edit source]

Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Butte County is primarily based on agriculture, including cattle ranching and crop farming. The county also benefits from tourism due to its proximity to the Black Hills and other natural attractions.

Education[edit | edit source]

Butte County is served by several school districts, including the Belle Fourche School District and the Newell School District.

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