Cost of Living. Yankton Advantage.
See how much further your dollar goes in Yankton, housing 45% below the national median, and zero state income tax.
~$250K
Median Home Price
45% below national
0%
State Income Tax
South Dakota advantage
$6,800
Avg Annual Tax Savings
vs Minnesota on $100K income
Housing: Where Yankton Really Shines
The median home price in Yankton sits around $250,000 to $265,000, dramatically lower than the national median of roughly $420,000. Homes that would cost $450K or more in a metro area are available here under $250K.
At the upper end, Yankton offers lake properties on Lewis & Clark Lake for $400K–$600K+, the kind of lakefront lifestyle that costs millions in other markets.
Yankton vs National Average
No State Income Tax: The Real Numbers
South Dakota has zero state income tax. If you are moving from Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, or North Dakota, this single advantage saves your household thousands every year.
$75K household
vs MN: $5,100/yr
vs IA: $2,850/yr
vs NE: $3,413/yr
$100K household
vs MN: $6,800/yr
vs IA: $3,800/yr
vs NE: $4,550/yr
$150K household
vs MN: $10,200/yr
vs IA: $5,700/yr
vs NE: $6,825/yr