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Cost of living in Kandiyohi County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,815/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 43,757 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $759 27%
Federal tax $489 17%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $190 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kandiyohi County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$754
per month
1 bedroom
$759
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,539
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kandiyohi County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,097
per year
Individual earnings
$39,935
per year
Per capita
$37,618
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kandiyohi County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$230,500
Annual property tax
$2,291

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kandiyohi 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 Kandiyohi County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Kandiyohi 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 Kandiyohi County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.5 min
Drive alone
78.5%
Public transit
1.0%
Work from home
8.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kandiyohi County

What it costs to live in Kandiyohi County each month.

Single person
$2,815
per month
  • Rent $759
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $489
  • State tax $190
Couple
$4,352
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $899
  • State tax $389
Family
$6,870
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $899
  • State tax $389

Frequently asked questions about Kandiyohi County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kandiyohi County?

In Kandiyohi County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $759 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 Kandiyohi County?

In Kandiyohi County, MN, the average household income is $75,097 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,935 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kandiyohi County?

The estimated cost of living in Kandiyohi County, MN is approximately $2,815 per month for a single person, $4,352 for a couple, $6,870 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kandiyohi County?

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

Is Kandiyohi County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kandiyohi County, MN would need approximately $2,815 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,097 per year ($6,258 per month). Kandiyohi County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kandiyohi County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kandiyohi County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kandiyohi County?

The average home value in Kandiyohi County, MN is $230,500, with average annual property taxes of $2,291, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kandiyohi County compare to other areas?

You can compare Kandiyohi County, MN with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Kandiyohi County is in the Willmar, 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