Hanson County, County in South Dakota, United States
Located in southeastern South Dakota, Hanson County spans 435 square miles of rolling hills and farmlands along the James River flow direction.
The county received its name from Joseph R. Hanson, clerk of the first legislature, when it was officially established in 1873.
The county maintains strong agricultural traditions with numerous family farms contributing to South Dakota's grain and livestock production.
The Hanson County Courthouse in Alexandria handles administrative services from Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
With only 8 inhabitants per square mile, Hanson County ranks as the third smallest county by area in South Dakota.
Location: South Dakota
Inception: 1873
Capital city: Alexandria
Elevation above the sea: 412 m
Shares border with: Miner County, McCook County, Hutchinson County, Davison County, Sanborn County
Website: https://hansoncounty.net
GPS coordinates: 43.67482,-97.78734
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:04
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