Welcome to Davison County
Davison County was established by the 1873 territorial legislature, although with different boundaries than as presently established. The present area of Davison and Hanson Counties were divided by a line running east and west, with Davison County north of the line and Hanson County south of the line. However, in 1874 the legislature reorganized the counties and divided this area by means of a north south line.
On 9/22/26 at 6:30 PM, Davison County Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss SB 96. SB 96 gives the Board of Commissioners authority to enact a ½ cent sales tax in Davison County. The collected money would be used to offset Owner Occupied tax bills for the county portion only. The Department of Revenue will be present for the meeting and can answer any questions regarding SB 96. The meeting will be held at the Davison County Fairgrounds located at 3200 West Havens.
Absentee voting for the November general election starts on 9/18/26 at 8:00 A.M. Please make sure to bring your ID to vote! The voter registration deadline is 10/19/26. After this date, voter registrations will not be updated until after the general election.
Quick Facts About Davison County
County Seat: Mitchell
Davison County Population: 19,956
Economy base: Agriculture, Tourism & Industry
OUR VISION
Our vision is to establish Davison County as a true partner with all patrons in continuous improvement and development of our resources through outstanding teamwork.
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Davison County is to provide excellent service to all, using available resources wisely, while preserving and protecting our community.
OUR CORE VALUES
SERVICE: Provide exceptional service with a high level of quality and consistency, a great degree of professionalism, and genuine customer-oriented accessibility and equality.
COMMITMENT: Fulfill a commitment of accountability through exemplary efficiency, education, and innovation while maintaining a deep sense of public responsibility.
COMMUNITY: Cultivate our community with uncompromising loyalty, fairness and equity for all, with an emphasis on communication, health, safety and security of our people and infrastructure.