Empire, South Dakota
Empire: Located in the shortgrass prairie region of northwestern South Dakota's Butte County, this rural settlement sits at an elevation of 2,782 feet near the northern edge of the Black Hills.
About
Empire is a city located in the county of Butte in the U.S. state of South Dakota.
Quick Facts about Empire
| State | South Dakota (United States) |
| County | Butte County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.6175,-103.3213 |
| Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Local time | 19:24:33 (15th September 2026) |
| Weather | 46℉ Mostly Clear 7-days weather |
Geography
Empire is located at 44°37'3"N 103°19'17"W (44.6174900, -103.3213000).
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Weather
46°F
Mostly Clear
14 to 23 mph W
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 46. West wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 41 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Empire, SD. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 219046 | Black Hills State University | Spearfish (SD) | 57799-9500 |
Closest post offices linked to Empire.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Val Post Office | Vale (SD) | 57788 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Empire, California place in Stanislaus County, USA. with a population of 4,189 people.
- Empire, Illinois township in McLean County, Illinois. with a population of 4,024 people.
Other cities in Butte County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Butte County , SD.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Fourche | 5,742 | City in and county seat of Butte County, South Dakota, United States |