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Cost of living in Bon Homme County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,421/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,024 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $697 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $350 14%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Bon Homme County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$697
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,464
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Bon Homme County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,275
per year
Individual earnings
$31,445
per year
Per capita
$28,003
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Bon Homme County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,300
Annual property tax
$1,499

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Bon Homme 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 Bon Homme County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Bon Homme 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 Bon Homme County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.0 min
Drive alone
73.3%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
7.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Bon Homme County

What it costs to live in Bon Homme County each month.

Single person
$2,421
per month
  • Rent $697
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $350
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,666
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,150
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $673
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Bon Homme County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Bon Homme County?

In Bon Homme County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $697 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,222 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Bon Homme County?

In Bon Homme County, SD, the average household income is $61,275 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,445 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Bon Homme County?

The estimated cost of living in Bon Homme County, SD is approximately $2,421 per month for a single person, $3,666 for a couple, $6,150 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Bon Homme County?

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

Is Bon Homme County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Bon Homme County, SD would need approximately $2,421 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,275 per year ($5,106 per month). Bon Homme County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Bon Homme County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Bon Homme County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Bon Homme County?

The average home value in Bon Homme County, SD is $120,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,499, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Bon Homme 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