Groton, SD vs Humboldt, SD

Humboldt is moderately more affordable than Groton, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Groton scores 75 compared to 70 for Humboldt, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Groton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Groton is $954/month compared to $713/month in Humboldt — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Humboldt has cheaper rent, Groton actually has lower median home values ($173,000 vs $209,200).

Median household income in Groton is $82,083 compared to $97,292 in Humboldt (-15.6%). Humboldt offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Groton spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, more than the 8.8% in Humboldt.

Climate-wise, Humboldt is notably warmer with an average of 47.4°F compared to 44°F in Groton. Humboldt receives more rainfall at 27.8" per year compared to 21.8" in Groton.