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Cost of living in Beadle County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,507/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 19,279 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $683 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $450 18%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Beadle County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$614
per month
1 bedroom
$683
per month
2 bedroom
$896
per month
3 bedroom
$1,159
per month
4 bedroom
$1,366
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Beadle County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,082
per year
Individual earnings
$37,571
per year
Per capita
$31,506
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Beadle County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$178,400
Annual property tax
$1,879

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Beadle 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 Beadle County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.9%

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 Beadle 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 Beadle County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.1 min
Drive alone
77.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Beadle County

What it costs to live in Beadle County each month.

Single person
$2,507
per month
  • Rent $683
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $450
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,719
per month
  • Rent $896
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $702
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,116
per month
  • Rent $1,159
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $702
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Beadle County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Beadle County?

In Beadle County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $683 per month, a two-bedroom averages $896 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,159 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Beadle County?

In Beadle County, SD, the average household income is $63,082 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $37,571 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Beadle County?

The estimated cost of living in Beadle County, SD is approximately $2,507 per month for a single person, $3,719 for a couple, $6,116 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Beadle County?

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

Is Beadle County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Beadle County, SD would need approximately $2,507 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,082 per year ($5,257 per month). Beadle County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Beadle County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Beadle County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Beadle County?

The average home value in Beadle County, SD is $178,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,879, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Beadle County compare to other areas?

You can compare Beadle County, SD with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Beadle County is in the Huron, SD metro area.

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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