Cost of Living in South Dakota
Cost of Living in South Dakota | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 8% lower |
Utilities (Monthly) | 10% lower |
Food | 3% higher |
Healthcare | 6% lower |
Transportation | 7% lower |
Goods & Services | 7% lower |
The cost of living in South Dakota is 6% lower than the national average. Housing is 8% lower than the national average, while utilities are 10% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 7% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 7% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 6% lower in South Dakota compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 7% lower.
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Sioux Falls, SD | 3% lower | 9% lower |