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Cost of living in Spink County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,484/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,283 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $715 29%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $465 19%
Groceries $324 13%
Transport $250 10%
Energy $200 8%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Spink County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$715
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,379
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Spink County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,011
per year
Individual earnings
$38,466
per year
Per capita
$37,347
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Spink County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$117,400
Annual property tax
$1,539

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Spink 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 Spink County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.8%

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 Spink 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 Spink County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.7 min
Drive alone
66.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
13.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Spink County

What it costs to live in Spink County each month.

Single person
$2,484
per month
  • Rent $715
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $250
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $465
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,788
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $350
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $865
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,101
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $450
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $865
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Spink County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Spink County?

In Spink County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $715 per month, a two-bedroom averages $872 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,051 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Spink County?

In Spink County, SD, the average household income is $73,011 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,466 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Spink County?

The estimated cost of living in Spink County, SD is approximately $2,484 per month for a single person, $3,788 for a couple, $6,101 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Spink County?

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

Is Spink County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Spink County, SD would need approximately $2,484 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,011 per year ($6,084 per month). Spink County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Spink County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Spink County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Spink County?

The average home value in Spink County, SD is $117,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,539, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Spink 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