Huron, SD vs Madison, SD

Huron, SD and Madison, SD have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Huron scores 70 while Madison 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.

On the housing front, median rent in Huron is $839/month compared to $874/month in Madison — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Huron is more affordable at $164,700 median vs $191,400.

Median household income in Huron is $51,556 compared to $62,180 in Madison (-17.1%). While Madison is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Huron spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Madison.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.9°F vs 45.1°F). Madison receives more rainfall at 29.6" per year compared to 23.3" in Huron.