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Cost of living in Perkins County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,440/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,058 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $720 30%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $416 17%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Perkins County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$720
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,219
per month
4 bedroom
$1,360
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Perkins County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,455
per year
Individual earnings
$35,478
per year
Per capita
$41,539
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Perkins County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$105,900
Annual property tax
$1,405

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Perkins 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 Perkins County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
8.3%

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 Perkins 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 Perkins County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.9 min
Drive alone
62.3%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
27.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Perkins County

What it costs to live in Perkins County each month.

Single person
$2,440
per month
  • Rent $720
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $416
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,664
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,145
per month
  • Rent $1,219
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Perkins County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Perkins County?

In Perkins County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $720 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,219 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Perkins County?

In Perkins County, SD, the average household income is $65,455 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,478 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Perkins County?

The estimated cost of living in Perkins County, SD is approximately $2,440 per month for a single person, $3,664 for a couple, $6,145 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Perkins County?

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

Is Perkins County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Perkins County, SD would need approximately $2,440 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,455 per year ($5,455 per month). Perkins County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Perkins County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Perkins County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 8.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Perkins County?

The average home value in Perkins County, SD is $105,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,405, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Perkins 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