Cost of Living in Custer, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.0
100 = national avg
+10.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,408
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,420
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.0
Food111.3
Transportation100.1
Healthcare109.0
Utilities108.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$894
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,173
per month
The overall cost of living index in Custer is 110.0, which is 10.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,408 per year to cover basic expenses.