Cost of Living in Lebanon, SD

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30%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
94%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Lebanon South Dakota National
Cost of living7092100
Groceries9899100
Health care9997100
Housing677100
Transportation9496100
Utilities103103100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9594100
Household Items9996100
Education & Childcare9698100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Lebanon is 24% lower than the South Dakota average
  • The cost of living in Lebanon is 30% lower than the national average
  • Lebanon housing is 94% lower than the national average
  • South Dakota general sales tax is 12% lower than the national average
  • South Dakota state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$47,001$3,917$1,097$1,410
      Renters$0$0$0$0

      South Dakota Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      South Dakota 4.5% 6%

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      South Dakota 0% 0%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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