Cost of Living in Hartford, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
126.2
100 = national avg
+26.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$55,520
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$131,228
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.6
Food122.9
Transportation145.9
Healthcare118.3
Utilities116.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$986
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,156
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hartford is 126.2, which is 26.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $55,520 per year to cover basic expenses.