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Cost of living in Aurora County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,611/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,573 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $727 28%
Federal tax $510 20%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Aurora County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$727
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,215
per month
4 bedroom
$1,360
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Aurora County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,130
per year
Individual earnings
$41,230
per year
Per capita
$43,275
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Aurora County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$129,000
Annual property tax
$1,393

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Aurora County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$142
per month · 14.2¢/kWh
Natural gas
$58
per month
Annual total
$2,400
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Aurora County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Aurora County

State and local tax rates for South Dakota.

No state income tax
South Dakota does not levy a personal income tax.
State sales tax
4.2%
Combined sales tax
6.1%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Aurora County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.5 min
Drive alone
74.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
14.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Aurora County

What it costs to live in Aurora County each month.

Single person
$2,611
per month
  • Rent $727
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $510
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,876
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $883
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,353
per month
  • Rent $1,215
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $883
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Aurora County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Aurora County?

In Aurora County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $727 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,215 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Aurora County?

In Aurora County, SD, the average household income is $74,130 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,230 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Aurora County?

The estimated cost of living in Aurora County, SD is approximately $2,611 per month for a single person, $3,876 for a couple, $6,353 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Aurora County?

The combined sales tax rate in Aurora County, SD is 6.10%, which includes the South Dakota state rate of 4.20% plus an average local rate of 1.90%.

Is Aurora County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Aurora County, SD would need approximately $2,611 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,130 per year ($6,178 per month). Aurora County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Aurora County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Aurora County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Aurora County?

The average home value in Aurora County, SD is $129,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,393, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Aurora County compare to other areas?

You can compare Aurora County, SD with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Aurora County is in South Dakota.

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources