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Cost of living in Faulk County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,390/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,137 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $684 29%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $402 17%
Groceries $324 14%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Faulk County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$615
per month
1 bedroom
$684
per month
2 bedroom
$897
per month
3 bedroom
$1,166
per month
4 bedroom
$1,399
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Faulk County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$58,000
per year
Individual earnings
$34,620
per year
Per capita
$36,556
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Faulk County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$124,100
Annual property tax
$946

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Faulk 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 Faulk County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.3%

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 Faulk 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 Faulk County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.4 min
Drive alone
68.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Faulk County

What it costs to live in Faulk County each month.

Single person
$2,390
per month
  • Rent $684
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $402
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,567
per month
  • Rent $897
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,970
per month
  • Rent $1,166
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $619
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Faulk County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Faulk County?

In Faulk County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $684 per month, a two-bedroom averages $897 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,166 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Faulk County?

In Faulk County, SD, the average household income is $58,000 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,620 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Faulk County?

The estimated cost of living in Faulk County, SD is approximately $2,390 per month for a single person, $3,567 for a couple, $5,970 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Faulk County?

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

Is Faulk County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Faulk County, SD would need approximately $2,390 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $58,000 per year ($4,833 per month). Faulk County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Faulk County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Faulk County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Faulk County?

The average home value in Faulk County, SD is $124,100, with average annual property taxes of $946, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Faulk 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