Custer, SD vs Highmore, SD

Highmore is moderately more affordable than Custer, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Custer scores 79 compared to 72 for Highmore, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Custer can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Custer is $926/month compared to $1,042/month in Highmore — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Custer has cheaper rent, Highmore actually has lower median home values ($111,500 vs $229,500).

Median household income in Custer is $80,188 compared to $99,500 in Highmore (-19.4%). Highmore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Custer spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Highmore.

Climate-wise, Highmore is notably warmer with an average of 47°F compared to 43.2°F in Custer. Highmore receives more rainfall at 20.2" per year compared to 19.8" in Custer.