Cost of Living in St. Francis, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
68.0
100 = national avg
-32.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,911
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$70,698
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing52.9
Food84.7
Transportation62.9
Healthcare87.8
Utilities81.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$840
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Francis is 68.0, which is 32.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 52.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,911 per year to cover basic expenses.