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Cost of living in Koochiching County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,907/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 11,950 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 24%
Federal tax $593 20%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $226 8%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Koochiching County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,216
per month
4 bedroom
$1,347
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Koochiching County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,115
per year
Individual earnings
$46,280
per year
Per capita
$40,221
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Koochiching County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$143,700
Annual property tax
$1,148

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Koochiching 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 Koochiching 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 Koochiching 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 Koochiching County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.3 min
Drive alone
71.0%
Public transit
0.4%
Work from home
10.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Koochiching County

What it costs to live in Koochiching County each month.

Single person
$2,907
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $593
  • State tax $226
Couple
$4,220
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $801
  • State tax $355
Family
$6,647
per month
  • Rent $1,216
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $801
  • State tax $355

Frequently asked questions about Koochiching County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Koochiching County?

In Koochiching County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,216 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Koochiching County?

In Koochiching County, MN, the average household income is $69,115 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,280 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Koochiching County?

The estimated cost of living in Koochiching County, MN is approximately $2,907 per month for a single person, $4,220 for a couple, $6,647 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Koochiching County?

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

Is Koochiching County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Koochiching County, MN would need approximately $2,907 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,115 per year ($5,760 per month). Koochiching County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Koochiching County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Koochiching 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 Koochiching County?

The average home value in Koochiching County, MN is $143,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,148, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Koochiching 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