Hurley, SD vs Ipswich, SD

Hurley is moderately more affordable than Ipswich, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Hurley scores 61 compared to 71 for Ipswich, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ipswich can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hurley is $675/month compared to $850/month in Ipswich — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hurley is more affordable at $110,800 median vs $165,600.

Median household income in Hurley is $76,429 compared to $79,135 in Ipswich (-3.4%). Ipswich does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Hurley spend roughly 10.6% of their income on rent, less than the 12.9% in Ipswich.

Climate-wise, Hurley is notably warmer with an average of 47.4°F compared to 41.9°F in Ipswich. Hurley receives more rainfall at 27.8" per year compared to 19.9" in Ipswich.