Cost of Living in Perkins County, SD

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

Median Income

$64,410

Median Rent

$685/mo

Median Home

$108,900

Affordability

765

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$551
Property Tax$115
Insurance$36

Total Monthly$702
% of Income13.1%

Renting

Median Rent$685
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$710
% of Income12.8%

Living in Perkins County, South Dakota

Perkins County has a median household income of $64,410 with housing costs that represent 13.1% of income for owners and 12.8% 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.