Belle Fourche, SD vs Canton, SD

Canton is moderately more affordable than Belle Fourche, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Belle Fourche scores 76 compared to 68 for Canton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Belle Fourche can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Belle Fourche is $947/month compared to $693/month in Canton — a 37% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Canton has cheaper rent, Belle Fourche actually has lower median home values ($188,800 vs $191,000).

Median household income in Belle Fourche is $59,920 compared to $65,500 in Canton (-8.5%). Canton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Belle Fourche spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Canton.

Climate-wise, Canton is notably warmer with an average of 47.4°F compared to 41.1°F in Belle Fourche. Belle Fourche receives more rainfall at 29.2" per year compared to 27.8" in Canton.