Howard, SD Cost of Living


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United States / South Dakota / No Metro Area / Miner County / Howard / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Howard, South Dakota?
$1,380 / month
for a family, 74.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $16,560 for the year for a family.
$2,267 / month
for a single person, 52.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $27,200 for the year for a single person.

Howard cost of living score
75.2
Less expensive
24.8% lower
than the US average
15.8% lower
than the South Dakota average
Howard, South Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 75.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 24.8% lower than the U.S. average and 15.8% higher than the average for South Dakota.

Howard, SD

Housing costs in Howard?
A typical home costs $85,800, which is 74.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 68.0% less expensive than the average South Dakota home, at $268,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Howard costs $900 per month, which is 37.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $910.

Can I afford Howard?
To live comfortably in Howard, South Dakota, a minimum annual income of $16,560 for a family, and $27,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Howard?
Howard, SD is a relatively affordable place to live. Grocery costs are in line with the national average, as are most other consumer goods and services. The median home value is just over $100,000, while the median rent is around $700 per month. Property taxes tend to be slightly lower than average while utility costs are on par with the rest of the country. All in all, Howard, SD offers a cost of living that falls within an acceptable range for most people looking for an affordable yet enjoyable place to live.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesHowardSouth DakotaUnited States
    Unlock89.3100.0
  96.0  Unlock100.0
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  22.6  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$268,000$338,100
  95.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock71.2100.0
  83.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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