Castlewood, SD vs Groton, SD

Castlewood, SD and Groton, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Castlewood scores 77 while Groton scores 75 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 Castlewood is $1,028/month compared to $954/month in Groton — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Groton is more affordable at $173,000 median vs $178,600.

Median household income in Castlewood is $87,768 compared to $82,083 in Groton (+6.9%). While Castlewood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Castlewood spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Groton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43°F vs 44°F). Castlewood receives more rainfall at 22.7" per year compared to 21.8" in Groton.