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Cost of living in Edmunds County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,508/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,033 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 27%
Federal tax $539 21%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Edmunds 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 Edmunds County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$77,266
per year
Individual earnings
$43,032
per year
Per capita
$43,546
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Edmunds County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$163,600
Annual property tax
$1,417

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Edmunds 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 Edmunds County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.1%

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 Edmunds 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 Edmunds County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.3 min
Drive alone
69.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
13.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Edmunds County

What it costs to live in Edmunds County each month.

Single person
$2,508
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $539
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,858
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $935
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,342
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $935
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Edmunds County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Edmunds County?

In Edmunds 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 Edmunds County?

In Edmunds County, SD, the average household income is $77,266 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,032 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Edmunds County?

The estimated cost of living in Edmunds County, SD is approximately $2,508 per month for a single person, $3,858 for a couple, $6,342 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Edmunds County?

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

Is Edmunds County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Edmunds County, SD would need approximately $2,508 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $77,266 per year ($6,439 per month). Edmunds County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Edmunds County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Edmunds County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Edmunds County?

The average home value in Edmunds County, SD is $163,600, with average annual property taxes of $1,417, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Edmunds County compare to other areas?

You can compare Edmunds County, SD with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Edmunds County is in the Aberdeen, SD metro area.

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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