Cost of Living in Edmunds County, South Dakota
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Edmunds County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Edmunds County ranks #392 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 12%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Edmunds County, South Dakota
Edmunds stays near national affordability benchmarks
Edmunds County's 13.7% rent-to-income ratio sits nearly level with South Dakota's 13.8% state average and matches national affordability norms. The $881 median monthly rent is the second-highest in this analysis, but the $77,266 median household income keeps the overall burden proportionally balanced.
Edmunds ranks at South Dakota's affordability center
At 13.7%, Edmunds County's rent-to-income ratio matches South Dakota's state average almost exactly at 13.8%, positioning it as a middle-ground option among the state's housing markets. This consistency suggests Edmunds follows typical state patterns for cost and income.
Edmunds balances higher rents with solid income
Edmunds County's $881 rent is surpassed only by Douglas ($864 is lower actually—but Edmunds at $881 is highest), making it the rental premium of this cohort, yet the $77,266 median income keeps the rent-to-income ratio at a reasonable 13.7%. Douglas County offers lower rent with higher income, a more favorable comparison.
Edmunds residents balance high rents with strong income
Renters dedicate $881 monthly while homeowners invest $853 in ownership costs, with median home values at $163,600. Housing consumes 13.7% of household income, close to state averages and leaving reasonable resources for other priorities.
Edmunds offers solid middle-ground affordability
Edmunds County suits relocators seeking balanced housing costs without seeking the absolute cheapest option—you'll pay more rent but earn competitively. Compare to Deuel for better affordability or Douglas for similar income with slightly lower rents.
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Affordability Verdict
Edmunds County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $881/month representing approximately 13.7% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 15.0%.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Edmunds County is $881/month, while owner costs run $853/month. Owning saves approximately $28/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $35,240/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $36,557/year. With a median household income of $77,266, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 15.0% of renter households in Edmunds County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within South Dakota, Edmunds County is less affordable than Butte County by roughly 6% ($881/mo vs $940/mo).
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Rent Burden
13.7%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,803
per month
Owner Cost Burden
13.2%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Edmunds County
Median home value is $163,600. Estimated monthly cost: $1,306 vs. your max of $1,803.
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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