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Cost of living in Corson County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,369/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,859 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 28%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $400 17%
Groceries $324 14%
Transport $250 11%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Corson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,083
per month
4 bedroom
$1,262
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Corson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$43,750
per year
Individual earnings
$34,495
per year
Per capita
$20,743
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Corson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$73,800
Annual property tax
$987

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Corson 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 Corson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.8%

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 Corson 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 Corson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.4 min
Drive alone
63.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
27.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Corson County

What it costs to live in Corson County each month.

Single person
$2,369
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $400
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,323
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $400
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,668
per month
  • Rent $1,083
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $400
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Corson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Corson County?

In Corson County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,083 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Corson County?

In Corson County, SD, the average household income is $43,750 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,495 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Corson County?

The estimated cost of living in Corson County, SD is approximately $2,369 per month for a single person, $3,323 for a couple, $5,668 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Corson County?

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

Is Corson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Corson County, SD would need approximately $2,369 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $43,750 per year ($3,646 per month). Corson County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Corson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Corson County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Corson County?

The average home value in Corson County, SD is $73,800, with average annual property taxes of $987, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Corson 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