Cost of Living in Box Elder, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.7
100 = national avg
+23.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,412
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$128,611
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing148.7
Food106.3
Transportation112.7
Healthcare105.1
Utilities113.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$970
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,273
per month
The overall cost of living index in Box Elder is 123.7, which is 23.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 148.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,412 per year to cover basic expenses.