Cost of Living in Whitewood, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
103.3
100 = national avg
+3.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,460
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$107,452
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.6
Food101.4
Transportation102.8
Healthcare101.1
Utilities102.0
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 Whitewood is 103.3, which is 3.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,460 per year to cover basic expenses.