Cost of Living in Ward, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.2
100 = national avg
+10.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,503
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,643
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.5
Food117.1
Transportation134.2
Healthcare113.7
Utilities107.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$708
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ward is 110.2, which is 10.2% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,503 per year to cover basic expenses.