Cost of Living in Arlington, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.9
100 = national avg
-6.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,337
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,706
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.6
Food101.3
Transportation102.5
Healthcare101.0
Utilities96.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$725
per month
2 Bedroom
$951
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 93.9, which is 6.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,337 per year to cover basic expenses.