Cost of Living in Yale, SD
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
93.3
100 = national avg
-6.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,047
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$97,020
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.8
Food105.9
Transportation111.7
Healthcare104.7
Utilities97.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$728
per month
2 Bedroom
$955
per month
The overall cost of living index in Yale is 93.3, which is 6.7% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,047 per year to cover basic expenses.