Belle Fourche, SD vs Pierre, SD

Belle Fourche, SD and Pierre, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Belle Fourche scores 76 while Pierre scores 78 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 Belle Fourche is $947/month compared to $936/month in Pierre — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pierre has cheaper rent, Belle Fourche actually has lower median home values ($188,800 vs $219,500).

Median household income in Belle Fourche is $59,920 compared to $74,053 in Pierre (-19.1%). While Pierre is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Belle Fourche spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Pierre.

Climate-wise, Pierre is notably warmer with an average of 47°F compared to 41.1°F in Belle Fourche. Belle Fourche receives more rainfall at 29.2" per year compared to 20.2" in Pierre.