Enter your search query in the box below.

Tea South Dakota Map

Explore Tea, South Dakota, with this interactive street and satellite map.

Interactive Map of Tea, South Dakota

City	Tea
State	South Dakota (SD)
County	Lincoln County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	43.456417
Longitude	-96.825512
Population	5,598
Density	635.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	57064, 57106
Area Code	605
County Seat	Canton
School District	Tea Area School District 41-5

🌦 Goto Tea Weather Page: Tea, South Dakota — Weather Warnings, Forecast, Radar, Satellite & Current Conditions

About Tea, South Dakota

Tea is a locality in Lincoln County, South Dakota, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,598. The population density is 635.9 people per km². Tea is located at 43.4564°N, 96.8255°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Tea is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 57064, 57106.

Tea emerges from the expansive prairie landscape as a point of quiet expansion where the horizon feels wide and unburdened. It lies 9.9 miles southwest of Sioux Falls, SD (from Sioux Falls, SD: bearing 224°T), and is situated 7.0 miles west of Harrisburg. Ninemile Creek meanders through the landscape, providing a subtle, fluid rhythm to the terrain that settles into the surrounding flatlands. To the west, the silhouettes of Rocky Ridge rise against the sky, grounding the view in a distant, stoic permanence. Lake Albert rests six miles away, offering a calm, reflective surface that mirrors the shifting colors of the high-plains sunset. Residents often spend their evenings at the Tea Baseball Field, where the crack of a bat echoes across the open fields as the light begins to amber. The air here holds a crisp, clean quality, carrying the scent of dry earth and the vast, unobstructed sky.

Tea maintains a steady economic pace that reflects its origins as a reliable hub within the greater regional agricultural network. The local economy has evolved from its early reliance on rural trade to become a functional center for modern commerce and residential growth. Small businesses and service industries anchor the daily activity, providing the necessary infrastructure for a populace that values both productivity and steady progress. The land itself remains a silent partner in this development, with surrounding fields signaling the enduring importance of the harvest and the changing seasons. As the economy shifts, the people of Tea continue to prioritize a work ethic that honors the practical demands of life on the plains. This balance of industry and community creates a durable foundation that sustains the daily needs of those who choose to build their lives here.

Tea fosters a cultural character defined by a neighborly disposition and an appreciation for the simple, unpretentious beauty of the Midwest. The town serves as a gateway to natural wonders, positioned nine miles from the rushing water of Sioux Falls and twelve miles from the quiet, wooded trails of Gitchie Manitou State Preserve. Local life centers on the shared experiences of its people, whether gathering for seasonal festivities or supporting local athletic teams. While the region is known for its connection to the broader prairie history, Tea keeps its focus on the immediate bonds formed between neighbors. The atmosphere remains grounded, favoring a sense of stability and mutual respect that is evident in the quiet, well-tended streets. Through the changing weather and the passage of time, the spirit of the place remains anchored in the genuine connections made by those who live here.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Tea City Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 245° SW
Tea Baseball Field (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 200° S
Lincoln County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 1.0 mi, 270° W
Prairie Trails Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 210° SW
Yankton Trail (Local Recreation) — 4.9 mi, 052° NE
West Mall 7 Theaters (Cinema) — 5.3 mi, 043° NE
Eide-Dalrymple Gallery (Public Artwork) — 6.4 mi, 042° NE
USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 028° NE
Old Yankton Trail Stone Marker (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 040° NE
9/11 Steel Girder (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 040° NE
Pettigrew Home & Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 036° NE
Sioux Falls State Theatre (Theatre) — 7.8 mi, 039° NE
Creative Spirits (Arts Centre) — 7.8 mi, 038° NE
Dance Gallery (Arts Centre) — 7.8 mi, 038° NE
Rehfeld's Art & Framing (Gallery) — 7.9 mi, 039° NE
Sioux Empire Community Theatre (Theatre) — 8.1 mi, 037° NE
Old Courthouse Museum (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 036° NE
JK Gallery (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 039° NE
Ipso Gallery at Fresh Produce (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 037° NE
Museum of Visual Materials (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 036° NE
Worthing (State Conservation Area) — 8.3 mi, 170° S
Wall Lake (State Recreation Area) — 8.5 mi, 306° NW
Minnehaha County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 9.7 mi, 318° NW
Lake Alvin Game Production Area (State Conservation Area) — 9.7 mi, 100° E
Blood Run (State Recreation Area) — 11.1 mi, 088° E
East Quartzite Ridge (Viewpoint) — 11.9 mi, 067° NE
Johnson School (Historic Ruins) — 12.0 mi, 344° N
Canton Mounds (Historic Ruins) — 16.5 mi, 122° SE
Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 32.2 mi, 043° NE · 12k acres
Blue Mounds State Park (State Park) — 34.6 mi, 062° NE

Latest News: Tea

Loading news…

World News

Loading news-world…

More World News