Cost of Living in Mellette County, SD

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

Median Income

$41,397

Median Rent

$670/mo

Median Home

$60,700

Affordability

843

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$307
Property Tax$82
Insurance$20

Total Monthly$409
% of Income11.9%

Renting

Median Rent$670
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$695
% of Income19.4%

Living in Mellette County, South Dakota

Mellette County has a median household income of $41,397 with housing costs that represent 11.9% of income for owners and 19.4% 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.