Cost of Living in Brookings, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.1
100 = national avg
-2.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,706
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$100,941
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.8
Food97.4
Transportation66.5
Healthcare97.9
Utilities100.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$781
per month
2 Bedroom
$953
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brookings is 97.1, which is 2.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,706 per year to cover basic expenses.