Clark, SD vs Mount Vernon, SD

Mount Vernon is moderately more affordable than Clark, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Clark scores 64 compared to 56 for Mount Vernon, 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 $382/month in Mount Vernon — a 93% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mount Vernon has cheaper rent, Clark actually has lower median home values ($125,700 vs $163,100).

Median household income in Clark is $49,464 compared to $58,542 in Mount Vernon (-15.5%). Mount Vernon 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 7.8% in Mount Vernon.

Climate-wise, Mount Vernon is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 43°F in Clark. Clark receives more rainfall at 22.7" per year compared to 21.1" in Mount Vernon.