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Cost of Living in South Dakota

The cost of living in South Dakota State is fairly reasonable compared to other parts of the country. According to data collected from Numbeo, the cost of living index for South Dakota is approximately 86.7, which is significantly lower than the US average of 100. This means that basic goods and services such as groceries, transportation, and utilities are all more affordable in South Dakota than in other areas of the country. Additionally, housing costs are very low in South Dakota with average rents being about 20% lower than other states across the US. All these factors make it possible for people to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle at a much more affordable price point than they would find elsewhere.

Our cost of living indices are based on a US average of 100. An amount below 100 means South Dakota is cheaper than the US average. A cost of living index above 100 means South Dakota, South Dakota is more expensive.

South Dakota cost of living is 89.3

COST OF LIVINGSouth DakotaUnited States
  89.3100
  97100
  120.8100
  82.1100
  $268,000$338,100
  93.6100
  71.2100
  77.6100
100=National Average
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    Reviews for South Dakota    14 Reviews
    Quality of Life stinks unless have monry - 1/29/2016
    South Dakota is not a place for young or old poor people. Only the rich can enjoy this state The state does not care about the poor,kids,or elderly.Fine example cut... Read More

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    Heart of America - 10/30/2013
    I've lived in South Dakota most of my life. I love this place I call home. There was a time when I hated it here, but now I can't imagine living anywhere else. Some... Read More

    Great place to live - 10/9/2011
    I am a person who has been around the world (Navy) and have lived everywhere from South Dakota to California, Hawaii, Florida, Virginia, Overseas in Naples, Spain,... Read More


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    57106, 57701, 57103, 57702, 57401, 57104, 57006, 57201, 57105, 57108, ... 371 more

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