Mitchell, South Dakota is a surprisingly lively small city centered on the quirky Corn Palace, several local museums and seasonal festivals—offering walkable cafes, community events, outdoor parks and enough local culture to keep multi-week contracts interesting rather than isolating.
When you want bigger-city options, Sioux Falls is roughly a 72–75 mile drive away, giving you access to major hospitals, an airport, shopping and nightlife for weekend escapes while you enjoy Mitchell’s calm during the workweek.