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Cost of living in Roberts County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,585/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 10,219 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $753 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $458 18%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Roberts County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$753
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,166
per month
4 bedroom
$1,464
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Roberts County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,691
per year
Individual earnings
$38,049
per year
Per capita
$31,216
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Roberts County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$139,100
Annual property tax
$1,460

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Roberts 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 Roberts County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.9%

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 Roberts 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 Roberts County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.4 min
Drive alone
77.2%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
7.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Roberts County

What it costs to live in Roberts County each month.

Single person
$2,585
per month
  • Rent $753
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $458
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,705
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $712
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,133
per month
  • Rent $1,166
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $712
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Roberts County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Roberts County?

In Roberts County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $753 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,166 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Roberts County?

In Roberts County, SD, the average household income is $63,691 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,049 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Roberts County?

The estimated cost of living in Roberts County, SD is approximately $2,585 per month for a single person, $3,705 for a couple, $6,133 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Roberts County?

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

Is Roberts County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Roberts County, SD would need approximately $2,585 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,691 per year ($5,308 per month). Roberts County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Roberts County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Roberts County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Roberts County?

The average home value in Roberts County, SD is $139,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,460, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Roberts 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