Northwood, Iowa vs. Aberdeen, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Aberdeen, South Dakota is 6.0% more expensive than Northwood, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $52,977 in Aberdeen, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Northwood, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Aberdeen, South Dakota is more expensive than Northwood, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
47% more expensive in Aberdeen
than in Northwood, Iowa
Northwood, IA vs. Aberdeen, SD
Compared to Northwood, Aberdeen is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.0% 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
  7.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  48.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% lower
  Commute
  18.9% lower
  Health
  4.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.0% higher