Groton, SD Cost of Living


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Groton cost of living score
78.4
Less expensive
21.6% lower
than the US average
12.2% lower
than the South Dakota average
Groton, South Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 78.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 21.6% lower than the U.S. average and 12.2% higher than the average for South Dakota.

Groton, SD

Housing costs in Groton?
A typical home costs $178,900, which is 47.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 33.2% less expensive than the average South Dakota home, at $268,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Groton costs $840 per month, which is 41.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.3% cheaper than the state average of $910.

Can I afford Groton?
To live comfortably in Groton, South Dakota, a minimum annual income of $34,200 for a family, and $26,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Groton?
The cost of living in Groton, SD is quite reasonable. The median home cost in the city is just under $100,000, which is significantly lower than the national average. Groton also has low taxes when compared to other areas. Sales taxes are 5 percent and property taxes are among the lowest in South Dakota. Additionally, utilities such as gas and electricity are very affordable due to competitive rates from several providers. With its low cost of living and charming downtown area, Groton is a great place to live for those looking for an affordable small town lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesGrotonSouth DakotaUnited States
  78.489.3100.0
  99.897100
  104.5120.8100.0
  61.282.1100.0
  $178,900$268,000$338,100
  95.4%93.6%100.0%
  58.871.2100.0
  91.177.6100.0

   100=National Average

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