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Cost of living in Charles Mix County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,563/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,281 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $756 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $433 17%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Charles Mix County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$752
per month
1 bedroom
$756
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,433
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Charles Mix County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$64,850
per year
Individual earnings
$36,563
per year
Per capita
$29,095
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Charles Mix County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$169,200
Annual property tax
$1,823

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Charles Mix 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 Charles Mix County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.1%

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 Charles Mix 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 Charles Mix County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
14.2 min
Drive alone
74.5%
Public transit
0.9%
Work from home
12.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Charles Mix County

What it costs to live in Charles Mix County each month.

Single person
$2,563
per month
  • Rent $756
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $433
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,724
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,208
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $731
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Charles Mix County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Charles Mix County?

In Charles Mix County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $756 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 Charles Mix County?

In Charles Mix County, SD, the average household income is $64,850 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,563 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Charles Mix County?

The estimated cost of living in Charles Mix County, SD is approximately $2,563 per month for a single person, $3,724 for a couple, $6,208 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Charles Mix County?

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

Is Charles Mix County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Charles Mix County, SD would need approximately $2,563 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $64,850 per year ($5,404 per month). Charles Mix County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Charles Mix County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Charles Mix County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Charles Mix County?

The average home value in Charles Mix County, SD is $169,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,823, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Charles Mix 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