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Cost of living in McLeod County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,961/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 36,771 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $762 26%
Federal tax $595 20%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 11%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $227 8%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in McLeod County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$748
per month
1 bedroom
$762
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,198
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in McLeod County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$78,468
per year
Individual earnings
$46,461
per year
Per capita
$41,336
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in McLeod County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$233,400
Annual property tax
$2,708

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in McLeod 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 McLeod County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.2%

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 McLeod 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 McLeod County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
79.9%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
7.7%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for McLeod County

What it costs to live in McLeod County each month.

Single person
$2,961
per month
  • Rent $762
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $595
  • State tax $227
Couple
$4,426
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $954
  • State tax $408
Family
$6,835
per month
  • Rent $1,198
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $954
  • State tax $408

Frequently asked questions about McLeod County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in McLeod County?

In McLeod County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $762 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,198 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in McLeod County?

In McLeod County, MN, the average household income is $78,468 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,461 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in McLeod County?

The estimated cost of living in McLeod County, MN is approximately $2,961 per month for a single person, $4,426 for a couple, $6,835 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in McLeod County?

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

Is McLeod County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in McLeod County, MN would need approximately $2,961 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $78,468 per year ($6,539 per month). McLeod County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in McLeod County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in McLeod County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in McLeod County?

The average home value in McLeod County, MN is $233,400, with average annual property taxes of $2,708, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does McLeod County compare to other areas?

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