Groton, SD vs St. Francis, SD

Groton, SD and St. Francis, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Groton scores 75 while St. Francis scores 74 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.

Renters will find that Groton has a median rent of $954/month while St. Francis comes in at $572/month, a 67% difference.

Median household income in Groton is $82,083 compared to $45,417 in St. Francis (+80.7%). While Groton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Groton spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 15.1% in St. Francis.