Alexandria, SD vs Springfield, SD

Alexandria, SD and Springfield, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Alexandria scores 67 while Springfield scores 66 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 Alexandria is $714/month compared to $802/month in Springfield — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Alexandria has cheaper rent, Springfield actually has lower median home values ($126,800 vs $168,300).

Median household income in Alexandria is $92,500 compared to $59,063 in Springfield (+56.6%). While Alexandria is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alexandria spend roughly 9.3% of their income on rent, less than the 16.3% in Springfield.