Yankton, South Dakota
Find Your Home
in Yankton.
Affordable living, lake life, and small-town character on the Missouri River.
No state income tax. 18+ years of local expertise.
Avg. $250K
Home Price
45% below national median
0%
State Income Tax
South Dakota advantage
15,000
Residents
Thriving small city
10 min
To Lewis & Clark Lake
Your backyard
Why Yankton
South Dakota's Best-Kept Secret.
Yankton is a thriving community of 15,000 on the banks of the Missouri River, just minutes from Lewis & Clark Lake. With no state income tax and housing costs roughly 45% below the national median, your money goes further here than almost anywhere in the country.
Whether you are relocating for work, retiring, or simply looking for a better quality of life, Yankton delivers what bigger cities can only promise.
Browse by Type
Every Type of Home Yankton Has to Offer.
Single Family Homes
Yankton's bread and butter. Charming older homes to modern new builds.
New Construction
Garden Estates (89 lots) and Fox Run. Move-in ready floor plans.
Lake Properties
Sundance Ridge, Lake Forest, Signal Hill, Hidden Hollows, Marina Dell.
Historic Homes
Silver Valley and downtown, character homes near the river.
Country Acreage
Rural properties outside city limits. Room to breathe.
Townhomes
Low-maintenance living. Ideal for first-time buyers and downsizers.
Where to Live
Every Yankton Neighborhood.
New Development
Garden Estates
Northwest Side
Fox Run
Established
Sawgrass
Family Friendly
Roosevelt
West Side
Kingswood
Near Downtown
Silver Valley
East Side
Beadle Heights
Near Lake
Sundance Ridge
Lakefront
Lake Forest
Scenic Views
Signal Hill
Private & Quiet
Hidden Hollows
Marina Access
Marina Dell
Thinking About Selling?
See What You'll Walk Away With.
Our free Seller Net Sheet estimates your proceeds after commission, transfer taxes, title fees, and closing costs. Specific to South Dakota. No guesswork, no surprises.
Your Team
Maloney Real Estate
Founded by Michelle Maloney in 2013, Maloney Real Estate is built on one idea: clients deserve better service than they were getting. Our group of Realtors covers Yankton, Vermillion, and Sioux Falls. We bring expert marketing, real data, and straight answers to every transaction.
"Call one of our Realtors. You'll be so glad you did."
The Maloney Report
Market Insights & Yankton Guides.
Lifestyle
Is Yankton, South Dakota a Good Place to Retire?
No state income tax, $241K median home, Lewis and Clark Lake 10 minutes south, and Avera Sacred Heart in town. For retirees leaving Minnesota or Iowa, the combination is hard to beat.
Market Reports
Yankton vs Sioux Falls: Cost of Living Comparison 2026
Yankton beats Sioux Falls on cost of living by 13%. $241K median vs $352K, property tax 1.22% vs 1.3%, commute 14 vs 19 minutes.
Buyer Guides
What $300K Buys You in Yankton vs a Major Metro
$300K in Yankton buys a 2,000-2,500 sq ft ranch with a two-car garage. Minneapolis? A 1,200 sq ft condo with $400 HOA.
Yankton FAQ
Yankton Real Estate FAQ
Quick answers to the questions buyers and sellers ask us most, with sources.
What is the typical home price in Yankton, SD?
As of early 2026, Zillow lists the average Yankton home value at $265,048, while Realtor.com shows a median listing price of $249,900. A common entry point for buyers is the mid-$200Ks.
Sources: Zillow , Realtor.com
Does South Dakota have a state income tax?
No. South Dakota has zero state income tax, per the South Dakota Department of Revenue. On $75,000 of taxable income, a state with a 5% rate would collect about $3,750 annually; South Dakota collects $0 at the state level. Retirement income is also state-tax-free.
Sources: SD Department of Revenue
How is the Yankton public school district rated?
Public School Review gives Yankton public schools an average ranking of 7/10, with average math proficiency of 44% and reading proficiency of 57%. Yankton High School is among the top-ranked schools in the area.
Sources: Public School Review , Niche
How does Yankton's cost of living compare to the U.S. average?
HomeSnacks reports Yankton's cost-of-living index at 88 (where 100 is the U.S. average), so Yankton is about 12% below the national baseline. Housing scores 81, transportation 90, groceries 96, and utilities 86.
Sources: HomeSnacks
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