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Aberdeen, South Dakota Public Records

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Aberdeen Police Department

Police information and resources 123 South Lincoln Street Aberdeen, SD 57401 Dispatch (Non-Emergency) 626-7911

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Aberdeen Fire Department

Fire & Rescue Non-emergency for Ambulance Transfters: 605-626-7048 Fire Marshall and Fire Prevention: 605-626-7024

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Aberdeen District Schools

Get school and education information in your area 1224 South 3rd Street Aberdeen, SD 57401 Phone: 605-725-7100 Fax: 605

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Aberdeen at a glance

County
Brown County
County seat
Aberdeen
Population
28,388
Brown County population
38,301
Local records
City of Aberdeen
ZIP codes
57401

About Aberdeen public records

Key landmarks in Aberdeen include the Dacotah Prairie Museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region, and the Aberdeen Civic Theatre, a community staple for performing arts.

Mayoral and city council elections take place in April of odd-numbered years (most recently 2025, next in 2027); the mayor serves a four-year term and council members serve three-year staggered terms. Information about municipal candidates and local ballot measures is available through the Aberdeen City Clerk at City Hall, 123 South Lincoln Street (phone: 605-626-7000). Aberdeen voters are served by the Brown County Auditor's Office, which administers elections for all county residents. The Brown County Auditor is located at 25 Market Street, Suite 5, Aberdeen, SD 57401 (phone: 605-626-7165, website: brown.sd.us).

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How do I register to vote in Aberdeen, South Dakota?

To register to vote in Aberdeen, South Dakota, residents can register online through the South Dakota Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Brown County elections office. South Dakota requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the South Dakota Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Aberdeen, contact the Brown County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Aberdeen, South Dakota?

Property records for Aberdeen, South Dakota are maintained by the Brown Director of Equalization's Office and the Brown County Register of Deeds. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Brown County, including parcels in Aberdeen. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Brown County Register of Deeds maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many South Dakota counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Brown County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Aberdeen, South Dakota?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Aberdeen, South Dakota residents are available through both county and state offices. The South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records, located in Pierre, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in South Dakota. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Brown County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Brown County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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