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Cost of living in Kittson County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,853/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 4,163 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 25%
Federal tax $553 19%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $212 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Kittson County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,403
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Kittson County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,615
per year
Individual earnings
$43,885
per year
Per capita
$37,697
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Kittson County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$134,400
Annual property tax
$1,231

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Kittson 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 Kittson County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.8%

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 Kittson 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 Kittson County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
21.0 min
Drive alone
74.8%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Kittson County

What it costs to live in Kittson County each month.

Single person
$2,853
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $553
  • State tax $212
Couple
$4,231
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $809
  • State tax $358
Family
$6,566
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $809
  • State tax $358

Frequently asked questions about Kittson County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Kittson County?

In Kittson County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Kittson County?

In Kittson County, MN, the average household income is $69,615 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,885 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Kittson County?

The estimated cost of living in Kittson County, MN is approximately $2,853 per month for a single person, $4,231 for a couple, $6,566 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Kittson County?

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

Is Kittson County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Kittson County, MN would need approximately $2,853 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,615 per year ($5,801 per month). Kittson County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Kittson County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Kittson County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.8% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Kittson County?

The average home value in Kittson County, MN is $134,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,231, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Kittson 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