Clark, SD vs Hurley, SD

Hurley is moderately more affordable than Clark, with a 5.1% lower cost of living index. Clark scores 64 compared to 61 for Hurley, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clark can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clark is $738/month compared to $675/month in Hurley — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hurley is more affordable at $110,800 median vs $125,700.

Median household income in Clark is $49,464 compared to $76,429 in Hurley (-35.3%). Hurley offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clark spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 10.6% in Hurley.

Climate-wise, Hurley is notably warmer with an average of 47.4°F compared to 43°F in Clark. Hurley receives more rainfall at 27.8" per year compared to 22.7" in Clark.