Pennington County, county in South Dakota, United States of America. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 115,926 inhabitants. The county was created 150 years ago in 1875. Its county seat is Rapid City.
There are 1 city/town in Pennington County, SD. The largest city of Pennington County is Scenic with a population of 64.
Scenic, Community in Pennington County, South Dakota, US
Sitting in the heart of western South Dakota lies Pennington County, home to a mix of small prairie towns and larger urban centers nestled against the picturesque Black Hills. Encompassing just under 3,000 square miles, Pennington County is anchored by the city of Rapid City, known as the "Gateway to the Black Hills."
With a population of around 75,000, Rapid City is the second largest city in South Dakota and serves as the cultural and economic center of the region. West of downtown sits the massive Ellsworth Air Force Base, while the eastern part of the city lies near the stunning geology of Rapid City Canyon.
The county also encompasses smaller prairie towns like Wall, Quinn, and Wasta which still retain their agricultural roots and small-town charm. In the southern Black Hills sits the unincorporated community of Keystone, known for attractions like Mount Rushmore, as well as Hill City, a quintessential mountain town.
Pennington County manages to blend urban conveniences, outdoor recreation opportunities, and old-fashioned rural heritage across its varied landscape. From the monuments of the Black Hills to the wide-open plains, the cities and towns of this South Dakota county provide a taste of the American west through and through. Whether seeking outdoor adventures or charming prairie communities, Pennington County has something for all tastes.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Pennington County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Scenic | Community in Pennington County, South Dakota, US | 64 |
