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Cost of living in Jerauld County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,637/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 1,845 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $689 26%
Federal tax $574 22%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Jerauld 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 Jerauld County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,417
per year
Individual earnings
$45,147
per year
Per capita
$47,339
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Jerauld County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$127,000
Annual property tax
$1,212

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Jerauld 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 Jerauld County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.3%

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 Jerauld 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 Jerauld County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.7 min
Drive alone
72.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
19.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Jerauld County

What it costs to live in Jerauld County each month.

Single person
$2,637
per month
  • Rent $689
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $574
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,929
per month
  • Rent $904
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $904
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,334
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $904
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Jerauld County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Jerauld County?

In Jerauld 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 Jerauld County?

In Jerauld County, SD, the average household income is $75,417 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $45,147 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Jerauld County?

The estimated cost of living in Jerauld County, SD is approximately $2,637 per month for a single person, $3,929 for a couple, $6,334 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Jerauld County?

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

Is Jerauld County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Jerauld County, SD would need approximately $2,637 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,417 per year ($6,285 per month). Jerauld County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Jerauld County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Jerauld County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Jerauld County?

The average home value in Jerauld County, SD is $127,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,212, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Jerauld 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