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Cost of living in Miner County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,474/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,299 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $435 18%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 13%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Miner County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,134
per month
4 bedroom
$1,360
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Miner County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,589
per year
Individual earnings
$36,641
per year
Per capita
$34,056
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Miner County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$114,100
Annual property tax
$1,264

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Miner 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 Miner County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.2%

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 Miner 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 Miner County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.3 min
Drive alone
73.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Miner County

What it costs to live in Miner County each month.

Single person
$2,474
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $435
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,851
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $858
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,247
per month
  • Rent $1,134
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $858
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Miner County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Miner County?

In Miner County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,134 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Miner County?

In Miner County, SD, the average household income is $72,589 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,641 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Miner County?

The estimated cost of living in Miner County, SD is approximately $2,474 per month for a single person, $3,851 for a couple, $6,247 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Miner County?

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

Is Miner County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Miner County, SD would need approximately $2,474 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,589 per year ($6,049 per month). Miner County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Miner County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Miner County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Miner County?

The average home value in Miner County, SD is $114,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,264, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Miner 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