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Cost of Living in Canova, SD

Population: 140 | South Dakota

74
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Canova is 26% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
11
Home Values
90
Regional Price

Cost of Living in Canova, SD: What You Need to Know

With a cost of living index of 74, Canova, SD is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 26% cheaper than the national average and in line with the South Dakota state average. Canova is a small community of 140 residents.

The median household income in Canova is $58,000, which is 23% lower than the national median of $75,149. 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 Canova. The area sees an average annual temperature of 47.7°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 22°F. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches spread over roughly 84 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.

Income

Median Household Income
$58,000
vs US Median ($75,149)
-23%

Housing

Median Home Value
$35,000
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$600/mo

Everyday Prices in Canova

BLS Average Prices for the Sioux Falls, SD-MN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) area

$2.99
Gasoline (regular)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🥚
$2.44
Eggs (grade A, large)
per dozen
-3% vs US
🥛
$3.92
Milk (whole)
per gallon
-3% vs US
🍞
$1.80
Bread (white)
per lb
-3% vs US
🍗
$4.03
Chicken breast
per lb
-3% vs US
$0.16
Electricity
per kWh
-18% vs US

Climate in Canova

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

47.7°F
Avg Temperature
21.1"
Rainfall / Year
84d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 29 33 45 59 71 81 87 84 77 62 46 32
Avg °F 19 23 35 47 59 70 75 72 64 50 35 23
Low °F 9 13 24 35 48 59 64 61 51 38 24 14
Rain" 0.4 0.4 0.9 2.1 3.2 3.5 2.4 3.1 2.3 1.8 0.6 0.5

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