As a growing small community, the City of Canton was the proud recipient of the Community of the Year Award in 2004 and in 2011. The city is just 20 minutes south of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We are bordered by the Big Sioux River to the east and State Highway 11 to the west. From Sioux Falls, travel south on Interstate 29 to U S Highway 18 exit 62. Then, go east about 10 miles and you've found us! Below is a general map of the area followed by a more detailed map of our city.
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Canton Community Profile
Canton, South Dakota, population 3057, is located just 10 miles east of Interstate 29 on US Highway 18. Our community is approximately 20 miles south of Sioux Falls. We're surrounded by Newton Hills State Park, Big Sioux River, and the rolling hills of the Sioux Valley. Canton is the County Seat of Lincoln County. An $8.9 million dollar expansion of the courthouse was completed in 2009 and added much needed space to this historic building. Our community's welcoming atmosphere and our rich, 140 year history, will make you feel at home.
City Commission Meetings Meetings are held on the first and third Mondays of each month. If City Hall is closed, the meeting will be held the following Tuesday. Read more...
Canton is a city that has a wonderful rich history of innovation and progressive development. Our people are hardworking, creative thinkers with good midwest values. All of which makes Canton a great place to live and work.
I urge you to use this site to learn about our city and let this site be a stepping stone for your own involvement in Canton. Volunteer where you find an interest such as the library, after school programs, senior programs, Love Inc. Closet, our many service organizations, etc. Stay active and stay informed. Be a positive influence in our community. It takes us all to make a great place to live.
I invite you to offer suggestions for improving our city services for all. Feel free to call me at (605)764-2220 or send me an email at
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As a growing small community, the City of Canton was the proud recipient of the Community of the Year Award in 2004 and in 2011. The city is just 20 minutes south of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. We are bordered by the Big Sioux River to the east and State Highway 11 to the west. From Sioux Falls, travel south on Interstate 29 to U S Highway 18 exit 62. Then, go east about 10 miles and you've found us! Below is a general map of the area followed by a more detailed map of our city.
