Alcester, SD vs Gayville, SD

Gayville is moderately more affordable than Alcester, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Alcester scores 61 compared to 56 for Gayville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alcester can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alcester is $690/month compared to $533/month in Gayville — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gayville is more affordable at $98,800 median vs $114,400.

Median household income in Alcester is $58,661 compared to $85,000 in Gayville (-31%). Gayville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Alcester spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 7.5% in Gayville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (48.7°F vs 48.7°F). Gayville receives more rainfall at 28.7" per year compared to 28.7" in Alcester.