Cost of Living in Emery, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.7
100 = national avg
-13.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,135
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,138
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.0
Food97.9
Transportation95.8
Healthcare98.3
Utilities92.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$824
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in Emery is 86.7, which is 13.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,135 per year to cover basic expenses.