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Cost of living in Deuel County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,586/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,318 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 26%
Federal tax $547 21%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Deuel County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,222
per month
4 bedroom
$1,360
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Deuel County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$79,556
per year
Individual earnings
$43,496
per year
Per capita
$37,556
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Deuel County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$180,100
Annual property tax
$1,477

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Deuel 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 Deuel County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.7%

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 Deuel 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 Deuel County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.6 min
Drive alone
75.5%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Deuel County

What it costs to live in Deuel County each month.

Single person
$2,586
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $547
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,965
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $972
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,449
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $972
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Deuel County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Deuel County?

In Deuel County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 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 Deuel County?

In Deuel County, SD, the average household income is $79,556 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,496 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Deuel County?

The estimated cost of living in Deuel County, SD is approximately $2,586 per month for a single person, $3,965 for a couple, $6,449 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Deuel County?

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

Is Deuel County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Deuel County, SD would need approximately $2,586 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $79,556 per year ($6,630 per month). Deuel County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Deuel County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Deuel County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Deuel County?

The average home value in Deuel County, SD is $180,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,477, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Deuel 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