South Dakota Quiz
South Dakota is in the Midwest. Quick facts below — then test yourself with 5 questions.
| Capital | Pierre |
|---|---|
| Postal abbreviation | SD |
| Nickname | The Mount Rushmore State |
| Census region | Midwest |
| Bordering states | North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Wyoming, Montana |
| Statehood | 1889 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 886,667 |
| Total area (sq mi) | 77,116 |
Sample questions
Q1Which region is South Dakota in?
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Midwest
The Census Bureau places South Dakota in the Midwest region's West North Central division.
Q2What is the postal abbreviation of South Dakota?
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SD
The postal abbreviation of South Dakota is SD.
Q3Which state has a larger population than South Dakota?
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Utah
South Dakota has about 886,667 people (2020 Census), ranking No.46 of the 50 states by population.