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Cost of living in Hughes County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,711/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,732 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $763 28%
Federal tax $574 21%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hughes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$664
per month
1 bedroom
$763
per month
2 bedroom
$968
per month
3 bedroom
$1,305
per month
4 bedroom
$1,510
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hughes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$78,981
per year
Individual earnings
$45,173
per year
Per capita
$38,880
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hughes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$221,100
Annual property tax
$2,526

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hughes 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 Hughes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Hughes 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 Hughes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
13.7 min
Drive alone
78.6%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
5.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hughes County

What it costs to live in Hughes County each month.

Single person
$2,711
per month
  • Rent $763
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $574
  • State tax $0
Couple
$4,052
per month
  • Rent $968
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $963
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,523
per month
  • Rent $1,305
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $963
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hughes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hughes County?

In Hughes County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $763 per month, a two-bedroom averages $968 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,305 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hughes County?

In Hughes County, SD, the average household income is $78,981 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,173 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hughes County?

The estimated cost of living in Hughes County, SD is approximately $2,711 per month for a single person, $4,052 for a couple, $6,523 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hughes County?

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

Is Hughes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hughes County, SD would need approximately $2,711 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $78,981 per year ($6,582 per month). Hughes County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hughes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hughes County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hughes County?

The average home value in Hughes County, SD is $221,100, with average annual property taxes of $2,526, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hughes County compare to other areas?

You can compare Hughes County, SD with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Hughes County is in the Pierre, 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