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Cost of living in Aitkin County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,689/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,930 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 26%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $431 16%
Groceries $340 13%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $170 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Aitkin County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$707
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,327
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Aitkin County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$59,498
per year
Individual earnings
$36,416
per year
Per capita
$35,185
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Aitkin County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$235,100
Annual property tax
$1,346

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Aitkin County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$124
per month · 15.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$63
per month
Annual total
$2,244
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Aitkin County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Aitkin County

State and local tax rates for Minnesota.

State income tax
9.8%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.9%
Combined sales tax
7.5%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Aitkin County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
28.9 min
Drive alone
75.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
12.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Aitkin County

What it costs to live in Aitkin County each month.

Single person
$2,689
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $431
  • State tax $170
Couple
$4,009
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $644
  • State tax $301
Family
$6,527
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $644
  • State tax $301

Frequently asked questions about Aitkin County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Aitkin County?

In Aitkin County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,307 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Aitkin County?

In Aitkin County, MN, the average household income is $59,498 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,416 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Aitkin County?

The estimated cost of living in Aitkin County, MN is approximately $2,689 per month for a single person, $4,009 for a couple, $6,527 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Aitkin County?

The combined sales tax rate in Aitkin County, MN is 7.54%, which includes the Minnesota state rate of 6.88% plus an average local rate of 0.66%.

Is Aitkin County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Aitkin County, MN would need approximately $2,689 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $59,498 per year ($4,958 per month). Aitkin County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Aitkin County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Aitkin County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Aitkin County?

The average home value in Aitkin County, MN is $235,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,346, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Aitkin County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources