Cost of Living in Bridgewater, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
69.2
100 = national avg
-30.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,429
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$71,922
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing66.1
Food79.4
Transportation58.9
Healthcare83.5
Utilities80.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$986
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,156
per month
The overall cost of living index in Bridgewater is 69.2, which is 30.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 66.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,429 per year to cover basic expenses.