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Cost of Living in Long Lake, SD

Population: 17 | South Dakota

74
Cost of Living Index
US Average = 100

Long Lake is 26% less expensive than the national average.

100
Housing
9
Home Values
90
Regional Price

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

With a cost of living index of 74, Long Lake, 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. Long Lake is a small community of 17 residents.

The median household income in Long Lake is $58,438, which is 22% 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 Long Lake. The area sees an average annual temperature of 41.9°F, with summers averaging 67°F and winters around 15°F. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches spread over roughly 96 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.

Income

Median Household Income
$58,438
vs US Median ($75,149)
-22%

Housing

Median Home Value
$28,800
Median Monthly Housing Cost
$406/mo

Climate in Long Lake

NOAA 30-year normals (1991-2020)

41.9°F
Avg Temperature
19.9"
Rainfall / Year
96d
Rainy Days / Year
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 21 24 38 53 66 75 81 79 71 55 39 25
Avg °F 12 15 28 42 54 64 70 68 59 44 29 17
Low °F 4 7 18 31 43 53 58 56 47 33 20 9
Rain" 0.5 0.5 1.4 1.7 2.9 3.3 3.0 2.1 2.0 1.6 0.5 0.6

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