Redfield, SD vs Whitewood, SD

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Redfield is 20.5% cheaper than Whitewood. With a cost index of 61 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Redfield to Whitewood should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Redfield is $668/month compared to $925/month in Whitewood — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Redfield is more affordable at $117,000 median vs $214,200.

Median household income in Redfield is $60,586 compared to $67,250 in Whitewood (-9.9%). Whitewood 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 Redfield spend roughly 13.2% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in Whitewood.