Cost of Living in Alexandria, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.4
100 = national avg
+12.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,466
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,919
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.8
Food120.7
Transportation141.4
Healthcare116.6
Utilities109.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$824
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in Alexandria is 112.4, which is 12.4% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,466 per year to cover basic expenses.