Amherst, South Dakota
Amherst: Positioned in Marshall County in the northeastern region of South Dakota, this rural unincorporated community sits at an approximate elevation of 1,309 feet above sea level.
About
Amherst is a city located in the county of Marshall in the U.S. state of South Dakota.
Quick Facts about Amherst
| State | South Dakota (United States) |
| County | Marshall County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.7380,-97.9212 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:17:59 (6th November 2026) |
| Postal code | 57421 |
| Weather | 23℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Amherst is located at 45°44'17"N 97°55'16"W (45.7380100, -97.9212200).
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Weather
Mostly cloudy. Low around 23, with temperatures rising to around 27 overnight. East northeast wind 0 to 3 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Amherst, SD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 219295 | Presentation College | Aberdeen (SD) | 57401-1280 |
| 219259 | Northern State University | Aberdeen (SD) | 57401-7198 |
Closest post offices linked to Amherst.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Claremon Post Office | Claremont (SD) | 57432 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Amherst, New York town in New York, United States. with a population of 120,809 people.
- Amherst, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts. with a population of 40,643 people.
- Amherst, Ohio city in Ohio, United States. with a population of 12,387 people.
- Amherst, New Hampshire town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States. with a population of 11,418 people.
- Amherst, Virginia town in Virginia, USA. with a population of 2,182 people.
Other cities in Marshall County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Marshall County , SD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Britton | 1,256 | City in and county seat of Marshall County, South Dakota, United States |