Star, SD Cost of Living


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Star cost of living score
81.3
Less expensive
18.7% lower
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the South Dakota average
Star, South Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 81.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 18.7% lower than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for South Dakota.

Star, SD

Housing costs in Star?
A typical home costs $426,300, which is 26.1% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 59.1% more expensive than the average South Dakota home, at $268,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Star costs $800 per month, which is 44.1% more than the national average of $1,430 and 13.8% cheaper than the state average of $910.

Can I afford Star?
To live comfortably in Star, South Dakota, a minimum annual income of $81,720 for a family, and $24,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Star?
Star, SD boasts an affordable cost of living that makes it a great place to settle down and start a family. The median home price in Star is around $140,000, which is significantly lower than the national average. Furthermore, the overall cost of goods and services is also below the national average and this can be seen through lower prices on groceries, housing costs, transportation costs, and entertainment. This makes it easier for families to make ends meet while still having money to enjoy life in Star without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStarSouth DakotaUnited States
  81.389.3100.0
  93.897100
  118.7120.8100.0
  54.682.1100.0
  $426,300$268,000$338,100
  94.3%93.6%100.0%
  61.471.2100.0
  92.477.6100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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