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Cost of living in Fall River County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,594/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 7,179 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $819 32%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $401 15%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Fall River County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$731
per month
1 bedroom
$819
per month
2 bedroom
$1,077
per month
3 bedroom
$1,302
per month
4 bedroom
$1,729
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Fall River County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,056
per year
Individual earnings
$34,583
per year
Per capita
$36,268
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Fall River County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$176,300
Annual property tax
$1,876

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Fall River 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 Fall River County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.0%

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 Fall River 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 Fall River County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.7 min
Drive alone
76.4%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
11.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Fall River County

What it costs to live in Fall River County each month.

Single person
$2,594
per month
  • Rent $819
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $401
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,867
per month
  • Rent $1,077
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $669
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,226
per month
  • Rent $1,302
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $669
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Fall River County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Fall River County?

In Fall River County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $819 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,077 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,302 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Fall River County?

In Fall River County, SD, the average household income is $61,056 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,583 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Fall River County?

The estimated cost of living in Fall River County, SD is approximately $2,594 per month for a single person, $3,867 for a couple, $6,226 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Fall River County?

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

Is Fall River County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Fall River County, SD would need approximately $2,594 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,056 per year ($5,088 per month). Fall River County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Fall River County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Fall River County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Fall River County?

The average home value in Fall River County, SD is $176,300, with average annual property taxes of $1,876, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Fall River 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