Cost of Living in Central City, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.4
100 = national avg
-16.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,711
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,771
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing92.4
Food84.6
Transportation69.1
Healthcare87.6
Utilities89.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$797
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,046
per month
The overall cost of living index in Central City is 83.4, which is 16.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 92.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,711 per year to cover basic expenses.