Freeman, SD vs Selby, SD

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Selby is 21% cheaper than Freeman. With a cost index of 56 vs 68, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Selby to Freeman should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Freeman is $741/month compared to $532/month in Selby — a 39% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Selby is more affordable at $104,800 median vs $171,300.

Median household income in Freeman is $60,114 compared to $40,882 in Selby (+47%). While Freeman is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Freeman spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Selby.