Average Rent in Stanley County, SD↓ Rents falling 7.5% YoY🔺 10th priciest in SD
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 3,012
Market Overview
Stanley County, SD has rental prices ranging from $680/month to $1,550/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $756/month — 46% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $77,000/year, spending $756/month on a 1-bedroom represents 12% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Stanley County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $992/month, Stanley County ranks #10 most expensive of the 64 cities tracked in South Dakota — pricier than 63% of all US cities in our data.
The Stanley County Rental Market
The Stanley County, SD area has a population of about 3,012 and 21% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Stanley County, SD have fallen by $80/month (7.5%) over the past year, from $1,072 to $992. This slight decline is consistent with broader market corrections seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Stanley County, SD without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,240. The local median household income of $77,000 exceeds that threshold by $46,760, making Stanley County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Stanley County, SD has an unemployment rate of 1.5%, 2.4 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Stanley County, SD Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in SDlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | $748 | $882 | $1,030 | $1,412 | — |
| Rapid City | $767 | $856 | $1,119 | $1,490 | — |
| Brown County | $672 | $676 | $872 | $1,218 | — |
| Brookings County | $761 | $765 | $923 | $1,293 | — |
| Meade County | $751 | $835 | $1,095 | $1,506 | — |
| Codington County | $687 | $764 | $1,002 | $1,272 | — |
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