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Cost of living in Sioux County, IA

Estimated monthly cost
$2,704/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 35,984 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $719 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $467 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $315 12%
Energy $195 7%
State tax $158 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Sioux County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$703
per month
1 bedroom
$719
per month
2 bedroom
$904
per month
3 bedroom
$1,190
per month
4 bedroom
$1,232
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sioux County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$84,736
per year
Individual earnings
$38,590
per year
Per capita
$36,175
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sioux County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$235,600
Annual property tax
$2,722

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sioux County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$134
per month · 15.8¢/kWh
Natural gas
$61
per month
Annual total
$2,340
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Sioux County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Sioux County

State and local tax rates for Iowa.

State income tax
5.7%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.9%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Sioux County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
12.7 min
Drive alone
74.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
13.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sioux County

What it costs to live in Sioux County each month.

Single person
$2,704
per month
  • Rent $719
  • Energy $195
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $315
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $467
  • State tax $158
Couple
$4,439
per month
  • Rent $904
  • Energy $234
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $522
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $1,057
  • State tax $378
Family
$6,849
per month
  • Rent $1,190
  • Energy $292
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $792
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $1,057
  • State tax $378

Frequently asked questions about Sioux County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sioux County?

In Sioux County, IA, a one-bedroom apartment averages $719 per month, a two-bedroom averages $904 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,190 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sioux County?

In Sioux County, IA, the average household income is $84,736 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,590 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sioux County?

The estimated cost of living in Sioux County, IA is approximately $2,704 per month for a single person, $4,439 for a couple, $6,849 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sioux County?

The combined sales tax rate in Sioux County, IA is 6.94%, which includes the Iowa state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.94%.

Is Sioux County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sioux County, IA would need approximately $2,704 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $84,736 per year ($7,061 per month). Sioux County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Sioux County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sioux County, IA is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sioux County?

The average home value in Sioux County, IA is $235,600, with average annual property taxes of $2,722, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sioux 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