Cost of Living Calculator - Spencer, Iowa vs Hot Springs, South Dakota


The cost of living in Hot Springs, South Dakota is 18.1% more expensive than Spencer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $59,034 in Hot Springs, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Spencer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Hot Springs, South Dakota is more expensive than Spencer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Hot Springs
than in Spencer, Iowa
Spencer, IA vs Hot Springs, SD
Compared to Spencer, Hot Springs is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.1% 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
  5.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% lower
  Commute
  6.9% higher
  Health
  28.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% lower

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