Cost of Living in Aberdeen, SD
Population: 28,297 • 2026 Data
$63,715
Median Household Income
-18% vs national
$783
Median Monthly Rent
-42% vs national
$205,500
Median Home Value
-39% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Aberdeen
The median home value in Aberdeen, SD is $205,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $783, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $909.
Rent-to-income ratio: 14.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Aberdeen, SD is $63,715. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 15,863 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.