Eagle Butte, SD vs Timber Lake, SD

Eagle Butte, SD and Timber Lake, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. Eagle Butte scores 55 while Timber Lake scores 56 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 Eagle Butte is $628/month compared to $567/month in Timber Lake — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Timber Lake has cheaper rent, Eagle Butte actually has lower median home values ($51,500 vs $83,600).

Median household income in Eagle Butte is $53,558 compared to $58,000 in Timber Lake (-7.7%). While Timber Lake is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eagle Butte spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, more than the 11.7% in Timber Lake.