Groton, SD vs Plankinton, SD

Plankinton is moderately more affordable than Groton, with a 10% lower cost of living index. Groton scores 75 compared to 68 for Plankinton, 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 $900/month in Plankinton — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Plankinton is more affordable at $110,500 median vs $173,000.

Median household income in Groton is $82,083 compared to $76,250 in Plankinton (+7.6%). The higher salaries in Groton partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Groton spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 14.2% in Plankinton.

Climate-wise, Plankinton is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 44°F in Groton. Groton receives more rainfall at 21.8" per year compared to 21.1" in Plankinton.