Cost of Living in Mountain Plains, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
236.1
100 = national avg
+136.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$103,889
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$245,555
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing325.3
Food177.4
Transportation147.3
Healthcare161.9
Utilities191.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$797
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,046
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mountain Plains is 236.1, which is 136.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 325.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $103,889 per year to cover basic expenses.