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Cost of living in Crow Wing County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,875/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 67,113 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $797 28%
Federal tax $505 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $196 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Crow Wing County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$717
per month
1 bedroom
$797
per month
2 bedroom
$1,045
per month
3 bedroom
$1,266
per month
4 bedroom
$1,500
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Crow Wing County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,343
per year
Individual earnings
$40,961
per year
Per capita
$40,308
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Crow Wing County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$274,400
Annual property tax
$2,161

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Crow Wing 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 Crow Wing County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Crow Wing 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 Crow Wing County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.0 min
Drive alone
76.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
11.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Crow Wing County

What it costs to live in Crow Wing County each month.

Single person
$2,875
per month
  • Rent $797
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $505
  • State tax $196
Couple
$4,382
per month
  • Rent $1,045
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $838
  • State tax $368
Family
$6,747
per month
  • Rent $1,266
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $838
  • State tax $368

Frequently asked questions about Crow Wing County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Crow Wing County?

In Crow Wing County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $797 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,045 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,266 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Crow Wing County?

In Crow Wing County, MN, the average household income is $71,343 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,961 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Crow Wing County?

The estimated cost of living in Crow Wing County, MN is approximately $2,875 per month for a single person, $4,382 for a couple, $6,747 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Crow Wing County?

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

Is Crow Wing County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Crow Wing County, MN would need approximately $2,875 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,343 per year ($5,945 per month). Crow Wing County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Crow Wing County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Crow Wing County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Crow Wing County?

The average home value in Crow Wing County, MN is $274,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,161, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Crow Wing 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