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Aberdeen, South Dakota Retirement Guide
Retirement Score
Aberdeen, South Dakota at a Glance
- Median Home Price
- $192,200
- State Income Tax
- No state income tax; Social Security and pension income fully exempt.
- Avg January Low
- 9.8°F
- Cost of Living Index
- 87.9 (US avg = 100)
- RetireCityIQ Score
- 76 / 100
Overview
Explore the key retirement factors for Aberdeen, South Dakota, including cost of living, taxes, healthcare quality, and climate data.
Cost of Living
Affordability Metrics
Aberdeen's cost of living is 12.099999999999994% below the national average. For a detailed breakdown of expenses, see our cost of living methodology.
Housing
Real Estate & Housing
10-Year Housing Stress Test (Estimate)
Estimate monthly homeowner carrying cost in Aberdeen using median home price and adjustable assumptions. Stress case applies +10% property tax, +20% insurance, +10% maintenance.
Estimated monthly carrying cost
$416
Stress-case monthly carrying cost
$468
Median home price used: $192,200
Median rent reference: $741 / month
Estimate includes property tax, insurance, maintenance reserve, and HOA. It excludes mortgage, utilities, and one-time transaction costs.
Budget validation
Calculate if your savings last in this city
Use RetireFree to test whether your portfolio can support retirement in Aberdeen, South Dakota after local housing costs, taxes, healthcare, inflation, and withdrawal timing.
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Access & Quality
Quality of care and specialist availability are critical for a successful retirement. Aberdeen scores 82.9 out of 100 for healthcare access.
Care planning link
Find local assisted living in Aberdeen
If your city research includes aging parents, future care needs, or a move closer to family, compare local care options alongside housing and healthcare access.
Assisted living in Aberdeen →Taxes
State Tax Climate
South Dakota has a tax environment that is highly favorable for retirees.
Climate
Weather & Environment
With 295 sunny days a year and an average January low of 9.8°F, Aberdeen offers a traditional winter climate.
Safety & Walkability
Community Safety
Walkability
Demographics
Population Profile
Diversity Breakdown
Frequently asked questions about retiring in Aberdeen
What is the cost of living in Aberdeen, South Dakota for retirees?▾
The cost-of-living index is 88, roughly 12% below the national average of 100. Median home price is around $192,200.
Does South Dakota tax Social Security or retirement income?▾
For South Dakota residents: No state income tax; Social Security and pension income fully exempt.
What is the climate like in Aberdeen, South Dakota?▾
Aberdeen, South Dakota has January average low around 10°F, July average high around 84°F. Climate normals are based on 30-year averages from NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information.
What is healthcare access like in Aberdeen, South Dakota?▾
Aberdeen scores 83/100 on the RetireCityIQ healthcare access index — a top-tier score. The index combines CMS hospital quality ratings, Medicare Advantage plan availability, and hospitals per 100,000 residents (KFF + CMS data).