Senior Apartments in South Dakota

How much does senior apartments cost in South Dakota?

Senior apartments are the most affordable senior-housing option because no services are bundled into the rent. Market-rate rents typically run $900-$2,500/month depending on city and apartment size. HUD-subsidized senior apartments cap rent at roughly 30% of the resident's monthly income, which can mean rents as low as $200-$400/month for qualifying low-income seniors. Medicare and Medicaid do not pay for senior apartments directly.

The cost of living in South Dakota is slightly below the state average, going 0.2 below the national average. However, when it comes to groceries, it is slightly above. Meanwhile, housing is over 12 points higher. However, the median home cost and rent are lower than the national average. South Dakota excels in one area in its transportation costs, which can go over 10 below the national average. Overall, it's an affordable place to retire to, and while your face probably won't be the next on Mount Rushmore, you can carve yourself a wonderful little life during your golden years. South Dakota's cost-of-living index is 99.8 (100 = US average). The median home price is around $167,100. Average rent runs about $747 a month.

Senior Apartments in South Dakota: common questions

How much does senior apartments cost in South Dakota?

The cost of living in South Dakota is slightly below the state average, going 0.2 below the national average. However, when it comes to groceries, it is slightly above. Meanwhile, housing is over 12 points higher. However, the median home cost and rent are lower than the national average. South Dakota excels in one area in its transportation costs, which can go over 10 below the national average. Overall, it's an affordable place to retire to, and while your face probably won't be the next on Mount Rushmore, you can carve yourself a wonderful little life during your golden years. Senior Apartments runs $900 - $2,500 per month (US market-rate, 2026) nationally, and costs vary across South Dakota by city, care level, and community.

How many senior apartments communities are in South Dakota?

We list 1 senior apartments community across 1 city in South Dakota. Browse by city below to compare and request pricing.

How are senior apartments different from independent living?

Senior apartments are rental housing - you sign a lease, pay rent, and handle meals/transportation/activities yourself. Independent-living communities bundle dining, organized activities, transportation, and amenities into a higher monthly fee. Senior apartments cost less but include less; independent living costs more but does more.

What is a HUD Section 202 senior apartment?

HUD Section 202 is a federal program that funds the construction and subsidy of affordable senior-housing communities for low-income residents age 62 and older. Residents pay roughly 30% of their adjusted monthly income toward rent and HUD covers the rest. Buildings are operated by nonprofit sponsors. The Section 8 Project-Based Rental Assistance program subsidizes similar housing at private senior apartments. Waitlists are typically long.

How do I qualify for a HUD-subsidized senior apartment?

Eligibility usually requires: at least one household member age 62 or older (for Section 202), US citizenship or eligible-immigration status, and household income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for your county. Specific limits vary by location - your local Public Housing Agency can confirm. You apply directly to each property; there is no single national list.