Cost of Living in Fort Thompson, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
70.1
100 = national avg
-29.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,850
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$72,918
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.2
Food84.6
Transportation69.3
Healthcare87.7
Utilities82.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$918
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,204
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fort Thompson is 70.1, which is 29.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,850 per year to cover basic expenses.