Agency Village, SD vs Elk Point, SD

Agency Village, SD and Elk Point, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.7% difference in their overall index. Agency Village scores 70 while Elk Point scores 74 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Agency Village is $731/month compared to $801/month in Elk Point — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Agency Village is more affordable at $204,200 median vs $228,400.

Median household income in Agency Village is $47,569 compared to $83,250 in Elk Point (-42.9%). While Elk Point is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Agency Village spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Elk Point.

Climate-wise, Elk Point is notably warmer with an average of 48.4°F compared to 44°F in Agency Village. Elk Point receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 22.9" in Agency Village.