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Cost of living in Big Stone County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,781/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,152 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $794 29%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $438 16%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 12%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $172 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Big Stone County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$794
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,194
per month
4 bedroom
$1,329
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Big Stone County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,475
per year
Individual earnings
$36,823
per year
Per capita
$36,923
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Big Stone County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$135,700
Annual property tax
$1,169

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Big Stone 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 Big Stone County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.4%

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 Big Stone 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 Big Stone County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.4 min
Drive alone
74.3%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
8.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Big Stone County

What it costs to live in Big Stone County each month.

Single person
$2,781
per month
  • Rent $794
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $438
  • State tax $172
Couple
$4,140
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $335
Family
$6,545
per month
  • Rent $1,194
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $741
  • State tax $335

Frequently asked questions about Big Stone County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Big Stone County?

In Big Stone County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $794 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,194 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Big Stone County?

In Big Stone County, MN, the average household income is $65,475 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,823 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Big Stone County?

The estimated cost of living in Big Stone County, MN is approximately $2,781 per month for a single person, $4,140 for a couple, $6,545 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Big Stone County?

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

Is Big Stone County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Big Stone County, MN would need approximately $2,781 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,475 per year ($5,456 per month). Big Stone County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Big Stone County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Big Stone County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Big Stone County?

The average home value in Big Stone County, MN is $135,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,169, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Big Stone 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