Madison, SD Cost of Living


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United States / South Dakota / No Metro Area / Lake County / Madison / Zip Codes

Madison cost of living score
82.9
Less expensive
17.1% lower
than the US average
7.2% lower
than the South Dakota average
Madison, South Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 82.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 17.1% lower than the U.S. average and 7.2% higher than the average for South Dakota.

Madison, SD

Housing costs in Madison?
A typical home costs $225,500, which is 33.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.9% less expensive than the average South Dakota home, at $268,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Madison costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.0% cheaper than the state average of $910.

Can I afford Madison?
To live comfortably in Madison, South Dakota, a minimum annual income of $43,200 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Madison?
Madison, SD is an affordable place to live with a low cost of living. The overall cost of living in Madison is 12% lower than the national average, and the median home price is around $125,000. Grocery prices in Madison are also 7% lower than the national average. With its low crime rate and excellent school system, Madison offers many benefits and advantages to those who live there. Tax rates in Madison are below the national average, making it attractive for those looking for a budget-friendly place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMadisonSouth DakotaUnited States
  82.989.3100.0
  99.697100
  120.5120.8100.0
  54.982.1100.0
  $225,500$268,000$338,100
  96.7%93.6%100.0%
  63.071.2100.0
  84.877.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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