Cost of Living in Forestburg, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.4
100 = national avg
-22.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,073
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,537
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing24.2
Food97.8
Transportation145.2
Healthcare98.2
Utilities83.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$766
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in Forestburg is 77.4, which is 22.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 24.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,073 per year to cover basic expenses.