Watertown

Local offices in Watertown

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  Watertown Department of Social Services Office

  2001 9th Ave SW, Suite 300, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Economic assistanceContact the office for help with applications for food and other assistance programs.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the state office.Read more
  Call 605-882-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sd.gov

• Utilities · City office

  Watertown Municipal Utilities

  901 4th Ave SW, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Utility bills and payment optionsGet help with electric, water, gas, and utility bills, including payment options and budget billing.Apply online
  Call 605-882-6233DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownmu.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Watertown Senior Citizens Center

  26 1st Avenue SW, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Activities for older adultsAdults age 55 and older can call for information about activities and programs at the center.
  Call 605-881-2983DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dakotaathome.sd.gov

• Local office · City office

  Watertown City Hall

  20 N Maple, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • City services and informationContact City Hall for help finding city services, staff, and public information.
  Call 605-882-6200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownsd.us

• Jobs and training · State office

  Watertown Job Service Office

  2001 9th Avenue SW, Suite 200, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get help with job searches, career planning, skills, and training.
  Call 605-773-3372DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dlr.sd.gov

• State office

  Codington County Driver License Office

  2001 9th Avenue SW, Suite 100, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and identification cardsApply for or renew a South Dakota driver license or identification card in person.Apply online
  Call 605-773-6883DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dps.sd.gov

• Library · City office

  Watertown Regional Library

  160 6th St NE, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Library cards and materialsGet a library card and borrow books, movies, and other materials.Read more
  • Printing, scanning, and copyingUse the library's printing, scanning, copying, and fax services.Read more
  Call 605-882-6220DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on watertownsd.us

City of Watertown, South Dakota website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Watertown

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Codington County

Watertown is in Codington County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Codington County Community Services

  7 W Kemp, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Emergency assistance and case managementEligible county residents can request help with urgent rent, utilities, medical costs, burial costs, and referrals to other resources.
  Call 605-882-6286DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on codington.sdcounty.gov

• Child support · State office

  South Dakota Child Support Watertown Office

  2001 9th Ave SW, Suite 300, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Child support servicesParents can apply for help with child support services at the Watertown office.
  Call 605-882-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dss.sd.gov

• State office

  Watertown WIC Local Agency

  2001 9th Ave SW, Suite 500, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programEligible families can get nutrition support through the WIC program.
  Call 605-882-5177DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on sd.gov

• Public health · County office

  Codington County Public Health Nursing Office

  104 1st Ave NW, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Public health nursingThe office provides pregnancy support, developmental screenings, immunizations for children, and other community nursing services.
  Call 605-882-5177DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on codington.sdcounty.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Helpline Center 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 211 for help finding local health, human service, and community resources.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helplinecenter.org

• Veterans · County office

  Codington County Veterans Service Office

  101 19th Street NE, Watertown, SD 57201

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans and their dependents can get help checking eligibility and applying for benefits.
  Call 605-882-6289DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on codington.sdcounty.gov

Everything in Codington County

South Dakota programs by kind of help

These are run by South Dakota and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026