Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown’s sales tax revenues continue to trend upward in 2026, with the city reporting steady year‑over‑year growth across its 1st Penny, 2nd Penny, and BBB tax categories, according to newly released financial data.

Northeast Radio SD News – Watertown, SD - Watertown’s latest sales‑tax report shows the city entering 2026 with continued economic momentum, driven by gains in both the 1st and 2nd Penny sales taxes and a strong start for the BBB (Bed, Board & Booze) tax.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s economy showed steady growth in 2025, with annual sales tax collections reaching new heights. The recent year-end report shows that the city’s 1st Penny (General) and 2nd Penny (Capital) sales taxes each brought in over $11.19 million, reflecting a 6.13% increase over the previous year.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s sales tax collections continue to show growth, posting an overall increase of 6.11% through the first 11 months of 2025 compared to the previous year.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The City of Watertown’s sales tax collections continue to show growth, posting an overall increase of 2.62% through the first eleven months of 2025 compared to the previous year.