Alcester, SD vs Sisseton, SD

Alcester, SD and Sisseton, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Alcester scores 61 while Sisseton scores 59 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 Alcester is $690/month compared to $600/month in Sisseton — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sisseton is more affordable at $111,900 median vs $114,400.

Median household income in Alcester is $58,661 compared to $44,477 in Sisseton (+31.9%). While Alcester is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alcester spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Sisseton.