Cost of Living in Antelope, SD

With a cost of living index of 49, Antelope, SD is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 51% cheaper than the national average and 25% below the South Dakota state average of 74. Antelope is a small community of 610 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Antelope's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $483 (63% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $37,100 (88% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.9x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Antelope is $19,176, which is 74% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 30% of household income on rent. This is near the 30% threshold that financial experts generally consider the upper limit of affordability. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Antelope. The area sees an average annual temperature of 49.1°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 26°F. Annual rainfall totals 20.9 inches spread over roughly 91 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.