Cost of Living in South Dakota
South Dakota has 3 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Aberdeen at $762/mo and highest in Rapid City at $1,109/mo.
South Dakota at a Glance
Cities Tracked
3
with census data
Avg Cost Index
N/A
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$969
per month
Avg Household Income
$70,415
annual median
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South Dakota Cities — Full Table
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| Sioux Falls | 201,469 | — | $1,035 | $292,400 | $75,970 |
| Rapid City | 77,946 | — | $1,109 | $299,400 | $70,870 |
| Aberdeen | 28,189 | — | $762 | $217,300 | $64,405 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in South Dakota
What is the cost of living in South Dakota?
Cost of living varies significantly across cities in South Dakota. Use the table below to compare individual cities.
What are the cheapest cities to live in South Dakota?
City-level cost index data for South Dakota is being compiled. Check back soon.
What is the median rent in South Dakota?
The average median gross rent across cities in South Dakota is approximately $969/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in South Dakota?
State income tax information for South Dakota is not yet available in our database.
What is the sales tax in South Dakota?
Sales tax information for South Dakota is not yet available in our database.
Is it expensive to move to South Dakota?
Check individual city profiles in South Dakota to estimate your cost of living. Our moving guides offer salary adjustment calculators for popular corridors.
Data last updated: June 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology