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Cost of living in Sioux County, ND

Estimated monthly cost
$2,604/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 3,789 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $814 31%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $366 14%
Groceries $322 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $199 8%
State tax $53 2%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Sioux County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$807
per month
1 bedroom
$814
per month
2 bedroom
$928
per month
3 bedroom
$1,150
per month
4 bedroom
$1,402
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sioux County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,676
per year
Individual earnings
$32,475
per year
Per capita
$19,102
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sioux County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$87,400
Annual property tax
$410

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sioux County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$139
per month · 12.6¢/kWh
Natural gas
$60
per month
Annual total
$2,388
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
24.3%

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 Sioux County

State and local tax rates for North Dakota.

State income tax
1.9%
Flat rate
State sales tax
5.0%
Combined sales tax
7.0%
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
18.3 min
Drive alone
70.2%
Public transit
0.6%
Work from home
9.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sioux County

What it costs to live in Sioux County each month.

Single person
$2,604
per month
  • Rent $814
  • Energy $199
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $322
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $366
  • State tax $53
Couple
$3,483
per month
  • Rent $928
  • Energy $239
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $534
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $370
  • State tax $68
Family
$5,836
per month
  • Rent $1,150
  • Energy $298
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $810
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $370
  • State tax $68

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, ND, a one-bedroom apartment averages $814 per month, a two-bedroom averages $928 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,150 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sioux County?

In Sioux County, ND, the average household income is $41,676 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,475 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, ND is approximately $2,604 per month for a single person, $3,483 for a couple, $5,836 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, ND is 6.97%, which includes the North Dakota state rate of 5.00% plus an average local rate of 1.97%.

Is Sioux County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sioux County, ND would need approximately $2,604 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,676 per year ($3,473 per month). Sioux County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sioux County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sioux County, ND is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 24.3% 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, ND is $87,400, with average annual property taxes of $410, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sioux County compare to other areas?

You can compare Sioux County, ND with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Sioux County is in North Dakota.

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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