Cost of Living in Meade County, SD

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

Median Income

$70,256

Median Rent

$1,109/mo

Median Home

$252,300

Affordability

368

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,276
Property Tax$229
Insurance$84

Total Monthly$1,589
% of Income27.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,109
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,134
% of Income18.9%

Living in Meade County, South Dakota

Meade County has a median household income of $70,256 with housing costs that represent 27.1% of income for owners and 18.9% 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.