Cost of Living in Jackson County, SD

What does it cost to live in Jackson County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$26,078

Median Rent

$527/mo

Median Home

$108,400

Affordability

341

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$548
Property Tax$53
Insurance$36

Total Monthly$637
% of Income29.3%

Renting

Median Rent$527
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$552
% of Income24.3%

Living in Jackson County, South Dakota

Jackson County has a median household income of $26,078 with housing costs that represent 29.3% of income for owners and 24.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.