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Cost of living in Hyde County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,541/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,305 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $689 27%
Federal tax $548 22%
Healthcare $480 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Hyde County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$620
per month
1 bedroom
$689
per month
2 bedroom
$904
per month
3 bedroom
$1,175
per month
4 bedroom
$1,410
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Hyde County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,279
per year
Individual earnings
$43,553
per year
Per capita
$35,789
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Hyde County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$134,500
Annual property tax
$1,650

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Hyde 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 Hyde County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.7%

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 Hyde 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 Hyde County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.9 min
Drive alone
68.2%
Public transit
1.5%
Work from home
14.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Hyde County

What it costs to live in Hyde County each month.

Single person
$2,541
per month
  • Rent $689
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $548
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,841
per month
  • Rent $904
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $886
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,246
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $886
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Hyde County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Hyde County?

In Hyde County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $689 per month, a two-bedroom averages $904 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,175 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Hyde County?

In Hyde County, SD, the average household income is $74,279 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,553 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Hyde County?

The estimated cost of living in Hyde County, SD is approximately $2,541 per month for a single person, $3,841 for a couple, $6,246 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Hyde County?

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

Is Hyde County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Hyde County, SD would need approximately $2,541 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,279 per year ($6,190 per month). Hyde County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Hyde County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Hyde County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Hyde County?

The average home value in Hyde County, SD is $134,500, with average annual property taxes of $1,650, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Hyde 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