Astoria, SD vs Willow Lake, SD

Astoria, SD and Willow Lake, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Astoria scores 66 while Willow Lake scores 68 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 Astoria is $850/month compared to $810/month in Willow Lake — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Willow Lake has cheaper rent, Astoria actually has lower median home values ($103,400 vs $150,000).

Median household income in Astoria is $46,667 compared to $63,929 in Willow Lake (-27%). While Willow Lake is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Astoria spend roughly 21.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Willow Lake.