Cost of Living in Chelsea, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.7
100 = national avg
+33.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,849
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$139,098
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing20.0
Food171.2
Transportation242.4
Healthcare156.9
Utilities126.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$724
per month
2 Bedroom
$950
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chelsea is 133.7, which is 33.7% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 20.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,849 per year to cover basic expenses.