Custer, SD vs North Sioux City, SD

Custer is moderately more affordable than North Sioux City, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Custer scores 79 compared to 83 for North Sioux City, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of North Sioux City 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 $1,092/month in North Sioux City — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Custer is more affordable at $229,500 median vs $234,500.

Median household income in Custer is $80,188 compared to $76,481 in North Sioux City (+4.8%). Custer 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, less than the 17.1% in North Sioux City.

Climate-wise, North Sioux City is notably warmer with an average of 48.4°F compared to 43.2°F in Custer. North Sioux City receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 19.8" in Custer.