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Cost of living in Hamlin County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,629/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,288 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 25%
Federal tax $590 22%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hamlin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,190
per month
4 bedroom
$1,194
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hamlin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$83,194
per year
Individual earnings
$46,123
per year
Per capita
$35,757
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hamlin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$207,700
Annual property tax
$2,264

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hamlin 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 Hamlin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.9%

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 Hamlin 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 Hamlin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.8 min
Drive alone
74.0%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
7.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hamlin County

What it costs to live in Hamlin County each month.

Single person
$2,629
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $590
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,025
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,032
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,477
per month
  • Rent $1,190
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,032
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hamlin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hamlin County?

In Hamlin County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,190 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hamlin County?

In Hamlin County, SD, the average household income is $83,194 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,123 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hamlin County?

The estimated cost of living in Hamlin County, SD is approximately $2,629 per month for a single person, $4,025 for a couple, $6,477 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hamlin County?

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

Is Hamlin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hamlin County, SD would need approximately $2,629 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $83,194 per year ($6,933 per month). Hamlin County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hamlin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hamlin County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hamlin County?

The average home value in Hamlin County, SD is $207,700, with average annual property taxes of $2,264, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hamlin 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