Overview
Sherman is a small incorporated town in the far eastern part of the U.S. state of South Dakota. It lies within Minnehaha County and is one of the many rural communities that contribute to the county's agricultural landscape. According to the 2010 census, Sherman had a population of 78 residents. The community is compact, with housing, a few public amenities and farms nearby.
History
The town was officially organized in the late 19th century; Sherman became an incorporated municipality in 1888. Like many prairie towns of that era, its growth was tied to settlement, farming and local trade. Over time the population has remained small, reflecting wider rural trends of consolidation and migration toward larger urban centers.
Geography and economy
Sherman sits amid predominantly agricultural land and functions largely as a residential and farming community. Local economic activity centers on crop and livestock agriculture, farm support services, and commuting to jobs in nearby towns and cities. The town's scale means that many services are accessed in surrounding communities rather than within Sherman itself.
Government and community life
As an incorporated town it is governed under South Dakota municipal statutes and maintains basic local administration. Community life typically includes small civic groups, seasonal events and reliance on county-level services for education, public safety and infrastructure. For basic facts and statistics see local records and county resources via links for statistics, history and maps.
- Founded: Incorporated 1888.
- County: Minnehaha County.
- Population: 78 at the 2010 census.
Because of its small size Sherman is representative of many small Midwestern towns: historically rooted in agriculture, modest in population, and closely connected to county infrastructure and neighboring communities.