Hudson South Dakota Map

About Hudson, South Dakota

Hudson is a locality in Lincoln County, South Dakota, United States. It is a small community with a population of 382. The population density is 507.2 people per km². Hudson is located at 43.1303°N, 96.4542°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 57034.

Hudson, South Dakota, unfolds across a landscape shaped by the persistent caress of wind and sun. It lies 31.5 miles south-south-east of Sioux Falls, SD (from Sioux Falls, SD: bearing 157°T), and is situated 9.5 miles west-south-west of Rock Valley. Rolling plains, a verdant carpet stitched with the geometric precision of agricultural fields, stretch towards horizons that seem to hold the very breath of the sky. The air here carries a clean, elemental scent, a blend of turned earth and the subtle sweetness of distant wildflowers, particularly potent in the soft, diffused light of late afternoon when shadows lengthen and paint the land in hues of ochre and deep emerald. The land itself feels sturdy, dependable, a vast canvas upon which the seasons paint their grand, unhurried dramas. The story of Hudson is one of hardy pioneers and the enduring spirit of the prairie. Founded by those seeking fertile ground and a place to build a life, its economy has long been tethered to the bounty of the soil, with agriculture remaining a steadfast cornerstone. Generations have worked this land, their lives interwoven with the cycles of planting and harvest, a quiet testament to resilience. While it may not boast grand monuments, the distinctive character of Hudson lies in its unassuming strength, the way the community embraces its agricultural roots and fosters a neighborly warmth that feels as natural as the wind moving through the tall grass.

About This Hudson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hudson, South Dakota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.130263, -96.454199. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Hudson and Lincoln County.

Detailed location data for Hudson includes the ZIP code (57034), telephone area code (605), county seat of Lincoln County (Canton), and school district assignment (Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Hudson is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.