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Cost of living in Hand County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,595/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,045 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $722 28%
Federal tax $499 19%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hand County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$722
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 Hand County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,054
per year
Individual earnings
$40,542
per year
Per capita
$43,377
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hand County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$152,100
Annual property tax
$1,373

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hand 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 Hand 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 Hand 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 Hand County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.2 min
Drive alone
73.6%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hand County

What it costs to live in Hand County each month.

Single person
$2,595
per month
  • Rent $722
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $499
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,842
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $849
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,326
per month
  • Rent $1,222
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $849
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hand County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hand County?

In Hand County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $722 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 Hand County?

In Hand County, SD, the average household income is $72,054 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,542 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hand County?

The estimated cost of living in Hand County, SD is approximately $2,595 per month for a single person, $3,842 for a couple, $6,326 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hand County?

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

Is Hand County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hand County, SD would need approximately $2,595 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,054 per year ($6,005 per month). Hand County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hand County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hand 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 Hand County?

The average home value in Hand County, SD is $152,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,373, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hand 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