Cost of Living in Wessington, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
82.9
100 = national avg
-17.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,466
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,191
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing54.0
Food99.9
Transportation99.7
Healthcare99.9
Utilities90.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$788
per month
2 Bedroom
$929
per month
The overall cost of living index in Wessington is 82.9, which is 17.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 54.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,466 per year to cover basic expenses.