Maine, New York vs. Elk Point, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk Point, South Dakota is 6.6% more expensive than Maine, New York.

You would need a salary of $53,276 in Elk Point, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Maine, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk Point, South Dakota is more expensive than Maine, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% more expensive in Elk Point
than in Maine, New York
Maine, NY vs. Elk Point, SD
Compared to Maine, Elk Point is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.6% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.9% lower
  Commute
  11.7% lower
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% higher