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Cost of living in Itasca County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,823/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 45,141 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $794 28%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $469 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $183 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Itasca County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$747
per month
1 bedroom
$794
per month
2 bedroom
$1,007
per month
3 bedroom
$1,268
per month
4 bedroom
$1,392
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Itasca County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,380
per year
Individual earnings
$38,744
per year
Per capita
$36,315
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Itasca County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$212,000
Annual property tax
$1,851

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Itasca 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 Itasca County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.0%

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 Itasca 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 Itasca County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.1 min
Drive alone
76.3%
Public transit
1.3%
Work from home
8.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Itasca County

What it costs to live in Itasca County each month.

Single person
$2,823
per month
  • Rent $794
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $469
  • State tax $183
Couple
$4,234
per month
  • Rent $1,007
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $756
  • State tax $340
Family
$6,639
per month
  • Rent $1,268
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $756
  • State tax $340

Frequently asked questions about Itasca County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Itasca County?

In Itasca County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $794 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,007 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,268 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Itasca County?

In Itasca County, MN, the average household income is $66,380 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $38,744 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Itasca County?

The estimated cost of living in Itasca County, MN is approximately $2,823 per month for a single person, $4,234 for a couple, $6,639 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Itasca County?

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

Is Itasca County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Itasca County, MN would need approximately $2,823 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,380 per year ($5,532 per month). Itasca County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Itasca County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Itasca County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Itasca County?

The average home value in Itasca County, MN is $212,000, with average annual property taxes of $1,851, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Itasca County compare to other areas?

You can compare Itasca County, MN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Itasca County is in the Grand Rapids, MN metro area.

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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