Cost of Living in Mitchell, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.8
100 = national avg
-13.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,208
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$90,309
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing90.0
Food93.1
Transportation64.2
Healthcare94.5
Utilities93.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$713
per month
2 Bedroom
$936
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mitchell is 86.8, which is 13.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 90.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,208 per year to cover basic expenses.