Latest available · Census ACS 5-Year (2024)
What Is the Average Rent in Box Elder city, South Dakota?
City · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Box Elder city, South Dakota is $1,491/month (±$138), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $302,100 (±$24,800), and the median household income is $73,008/year. The unemployment rate in Meade County, South Dakota was 1.7% as of April 2026 (preliminary). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Housing Metrics for Box Elder city, South Dakota
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $1,491 |
| Median Home Value | $302,100 |
| Median Household Income | $73,008 |
| Total Housing Units | 4,679 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 2,422 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 52% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 209 households |
| Unemployment Rate(April 2026) | 1.7% |
How does Box Elder city, South Dakota compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all cities in South Dakota.
Higher rent than 100% of cities in South Dakota · 2nd of 223
| # | City | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mina CDP | $1,521 |
| 2 | Box Elder city(you are here) | $1,491 |
| 3 | Sherman town | $1,375 |
| … 217 more … | ||
| 221 | Fulton town | $319 |
| 222 | Sicangu Village CDP | $304 |
| 223 | Little Eagle CDP | $243 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Box Elder city, South Dakota?
The median gross rent in Box Elder city, South Dakota is $1,491/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Box Elder city, South Dakota?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Box Elder city, South Dakota is not available based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Box Elder city, South Dakota?
The median home value in Box Elder city, South Dakota is $302,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Box Elder city are rent-burdened?
In Box Elder city, South Dakota, 209 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Box Elder city, South Dakota?
The median household income in Box Elder city, South Dakota is $73,008/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $1,491 has a margin of error of ±$138. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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