Dupree, SD vs Miller, SD

Dupree, SD and Miller, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Dupree scores 59 while Miller scores 59 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 Dupree is $705/month compared to $546/month in Miller — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Miller has cheaper rent, Dupree actually has lower median home values ($69,400 vs $135,100).

Median household income in Dupree is $48,036 compared to $51,774 in Miller (-7.2%). While Miller is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dupree spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Miller.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.8°F vs 45.9°F). Miller receives more rainfall at 23.3" per year compared to 16.1" in Dupree.