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Mc Intosh, South Dakota Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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McIntosh, South Dakota is a small town located in the southeastern corner of the state. It is situated on the banks of Lake Oahe, a large reservoir created by the construction of the Oahe Dam on the Missouri River. The town was founded in 1884 and was originally known as “Old Town” before it was renamed after James McIntosh, an early settler.

Today, McIntosh is home to a population of just over 200 people. Despite its small size, this community has a lot to offer to visitors and residents alike. For starters, there are plenty of outdoor recreational activities available in and around town. The nearby lake provides plenty of opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and more. There are also several parks and trails within walking distance from downtown for hiking, biking, and bird watching.

The town itself is quite quaint with its mix of old-fashioned buildings and modern homes perched along tree-lined streets. Among these buildings are several historical sites that tell stories about McIntosh’s past including buildings from the early days when it served as an important trading post between Native Americans and settlers traveling through the area. Visitors can also explore some of the local shops which offer unique items such as antiques or handmade crafts from local artisans.

The people who live here are friendly and welcoming making it easy for newcomers to feel at home quickly. There are also several events throughout the year including parades, festivals, rodeos and more that bring residents together to celebrate their community spirit.

McIntosh may be small but it has plenty to offer those who come here whether you’re looking for some outdoor fun or just want to take in some local history and culture while enjoying some small-town hospitality.

Population: 217. Estimated population in July 2024: 217 (0.0% change)
Males: 106 (48.8%), Females: 111 (51.2%)

Corson County

Zip code: 57641

Demographics

Median resident age: 42.8 years
Median household income: $26,875
Median house value: $14,300

Population by Race

Races in McIntosh:

  • White Non-Hispanic (75.1%)
  • American Indian (22.6%)
  • Hispanic (2.3%)
  • Other race (2.3%)
  • Two or more races (1.8%)

Ancestries: German (64.1%), English (12.9%), Russian (10.1%), Irish (9.7%), Norwegian (7.8%), French (5.1%).

Elevation: 2301 feet

Land area: 0.9 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in McIntosh

  • High school or higher: 80.0%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 22.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 1.4%
  • Unemployed: 4.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 9.8 minutes

For population 15 years and over in McIntosh city

  • Never married: 18.2%
  • Now married: 66.2%
  • Separated: 0.0%
  • Widowed: 14.3%
  • Divorced: 1.3%

0.0% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -83 (-27.7%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near McIntosh:

  • PHS INDIAN HOSPITAL AT FORT YATES (about 45 miles; FORT YATES, ND)
  • JACOBSON MEMORIAL HOSP CARE CENTER-CAH (about 48 miles; ELGIN, ND)
  • FIVE COUNTIES HOSPITAL-CAH (about 58 miles; LEMMON, SD)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to McIntosh:

  • BISMARCK MUNI (about 73 miles; BISMARCK, ND; Abbreviation: BIS)
  • PIERRE REGIONAL (about 130 miles; PIERRE, SD; Abbreviation: PIR)
  • MINOT INTL (about 161 miles; MINOT, ND; Abbreviation: MOT)

Other public-use airports nearest to McIntosh:

  • MC INTOSH MUNI (about 2 miles; MC INTOSH, SD; Abbreviation: 8D6)
  • ISABEL MUNI (about 38 miles; ISABEL, SD; Abbreviation: 3Y7)
  • MC LAUGHLIN MUNI (about 41 miles; MC LAUGHLIN, SD; Abbreviation: 5P2)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to McIntosh:

  • UNIVERSITY OF MARY (about 72 miles; BISMARCK, ND; Full-time enrollment: 2,203)
  • BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE (about 75 miles; BISMARCK, ND; Full-time enrollment: 2,205)
  • MINOT STATE UNIVERSITY (about 160 miles; MINOT, ND; Full-time enrollment: 2,662)
  • SOUTH DAKOTA SCHOOL OF MINES AND TECHNOLOGY (about 181 miles; RAPID CITY, SD; Full-time enrollment: 2,002)
  • NORTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY (about 200 miles; ABERDEEN, SD; Full-time enrollment: 2,356)
  • BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY (about 201 miles; SPEARFISH, SD; Full-time enrollment: 3,190)
  • CHADRON STATE COLLEGE (about 243 miles; CHADRON, NE; Full-time enrollment: 2,144)

Schools

Public high school in McIntosh:

  • MCINTOSH HI SCH (Students: 48; Location: 135 MAIN ST; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in McIntosh:

  • MCINTOSH ELEM (Students: 94; Location: 135 MAIN ST; Grades: PK – 06)
  • MCINTOSH JR HI (Students: 28; Location: 135 MAIN ST; Grades: 07 – 08)

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