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Cost of living in Walworth County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,676/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,298 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $745 28%
Federal tax $557 21%
Healthcare $480 18%
Groceries $324 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $200 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Walworth County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$745
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,349
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Walworth County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$62,722
per year
Individual earnings
$44,125
per year
Per capita
$37,717
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Walworth County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$130,000
Annual property tax
$1,866

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Walworth 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 Walworth County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.7%

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 Walworth 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 Walworth County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
15.2 min
Drive alone
77.4%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
5.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Walworth County

What it costs to live in Walworth County each month.

Single person
$2,676
per month
  • Rent $745
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $557
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,689
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $696
  • State tax $0
Family
$6,002
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $696
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Walworth County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Walworth County?

In Walworth County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $745 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 Walworth County?

In Walworth County, SD, the average household income is $62,722 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,125 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Walworth County?

The estimated cost of living in Walworth County, SD is approximately $2,676 per month for a single person, $3,689 for a couple, $6,002 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Walworth County?

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

Is Walworth County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Walworth County, SD would need approximately $2,676 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $62,722 per year ($5,227 per month). Walworth County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Walworth County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Walworth County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Walworth County?

The average home value in Walworth County, SD is $130,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,866, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Walworth 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