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Cost of living in Bennett County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,607/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,354 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $806 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $427 16%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bennett County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$725
per month
1 bedroom
$806
per month
2 bedroom
$1,058
per month
3 bedroom
$1,275
per month
4 bedroom
$1,650
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bennett County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$44,569
per year
Individual earnings
$36,189
per year
Per capita
$21,005
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bennett County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$138,600
Annual property tax
$1,424

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bennett 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 Bennett County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
29.1%

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 Bennett 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 Bennett County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.0 min
Drive alone
80.3%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bennett County

What it costs to live in Bennett County each month.

Single person
$2,607
per month
  • Rent $806
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $427
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,591
per month
  • Rent $1,058
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,942
per month
  • Rent $1,275
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $412
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bennett County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bennett County?

In Bennett County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $806 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,058 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,275 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bennett County?

In Bennett County, SD, the average household income is $44,569 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,189 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bennett County?

The estimated cost of living in Bennett County, SD is approximately $2,607 per month for a single person, $3,591 for a couple, $5,942 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bennett County?

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

Is Bennett County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bennett County, SD would need approximately $2,607 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $44,569 per year ($3,714 per month). Bennett County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Bennett County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bennett County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 29.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bennett County?

The average home value in Bennett County, SD is $138,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,424, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bennett County compare to other areas?

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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