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Cost of living in Ziebach County, SD

Estimated monthly cost
$2,286/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 2,410 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $665 29%
Healthcare $480 21%
Federal tax $417 18%
Groceries $324 14%
Energy $200 9%
Transport $150 7%
Water $50 2%
State tax $0 0%

Rent in Ziebach County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$598
per month
1 bedroom
$665
per month
2 bedroom
$872
per month
3 bedroom
$1,051
per month
4 bedroom
$1,156
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Ziebach County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,333
per year
Individual earnings
$35,556
per year
Per capita
$26,500
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Ziebach County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$101,700
Annual property tax
$595

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Ziebach 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 Ziebach County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
25.9%

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 Ziebach 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 Ziebach County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.4 min
Drive alone
49.2%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
29.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Ziebach County

What it costs to live in Ziebach County each month.

Single person
$2,286
per month
  • Rent $665
  • Energy $200
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $324
  • Transport $150
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $417
  • State tax $0
Couple
$3,226
per month
  • Rent $872
  • Energy $240
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $537
  • Transport $200
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $0
Family
$5,519
per month
  • Rent $1,051
  • Energy $300
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $815
  • Transport $280
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $453
  • State tax $0

Frequently asked questions about Ziebach County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Ziebach County?

In Ziebach County, SD, a one-bedroom apartment averages $665 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 Ziebach County?

In Ziebach County, SD, the average household income is $47,333 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,556 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Ziebach County?

The estimated cost of living in Ziebach County, SD is approximately $2,286 per month for a single person, $3,226 for a couple, $5,519 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Ziebach County?

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

Is Ziebach County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Ziebach County, SD would need approximately $2,286 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,333 per year ($3,944 per month). Ziebach County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Ziebach County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Ziebach County, SD is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 25.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Ziebach County?

The average home value in Ziebach County, SD is $101,700, with average annual property taxes of $595, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Ziebach 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