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Cost of living in Lac qui Parle County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,925/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 6,694 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $835 29%
Federal tax $514 18%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $199 7%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Lac qui Parle County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$835
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Lac qui Parle County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,639
per year
Individual earnings
$41,511
per year
Per capita
$40,282
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Lac qui Parle County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$143,400
Annual property tax
$1,360

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.3 min
Drive alone
73.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
12.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Lac qui Parle County

What it costs to live in Lac qui Parle County each month.

Single person
$2,925
per month
  • Rent $835
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $514
  • State tax $199
Couple
$4,276
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $842
  • State tax $370
Family
$6,794
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $842
  • State tax $370

Frequently asked questions about Lac qui Parle County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Lac qui Parle County?

In Lac qui Parle County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $835 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 Lac qui Parle County?

In Lac qui Parle County, MN, the average household income is $71,639 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,511 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Lac qui Parle County?

The estimated cost of living in Lac qui Parle County, MN is approximately $2,925 per month for a single person, $4,276 for a couple, $6,794 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Lac qui Parle County?

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

Is Lac qui Parle County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Lac qui Parle County, MN would need approximately $2,925 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,639 per year ($5,970 per month). Lac qui Parle County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Lac qui Parle County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle County?

The average home value in Lac qui Parle County, MN is $143,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,360, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Lac qui Parle 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