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Cost of living in Meeker County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,939/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,422 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $785 27%
Federal tax $562 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $215 7%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Meeker County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$785
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,422
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Meeker County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$75,037
per year
Individual earnings
$44,423
per year
Per capita
$37,014
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Meeker County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$228,900
Annual property tax
$2,159

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Meeker 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 Meeker County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
5.7%

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 Meeker 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 Meeker County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.3 min
Drive alone
82.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
7.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Meeker County

What it costs to live in Meeker County each month.

Single person
$2,939
per month
  • Rent $785
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $562
  • State tax $215
Couple
$4,351
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $898
  • State tax $389
Family
$6,869
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $898
  • State tax $389

Frequently asked questions about Meeker County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Meeker County?

In Meeker County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $785 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 Meeker County?

In Meeker County, MN, the average household income is $75,037 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $44,423 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Meeker County?

The estimated cost of living in Meeker County, MN is approximately $2,939 per month for a single person, $4,351 for a couple, $6,869 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Meeker County?

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

Is Meeker County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Meeker County, MN would need approximately $2,939 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $75,037 per year ($6,253 per month). Meeker County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Meeker County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Meeker County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 5.7% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Meeker County?

The average home value in Meeker County, MN is $228,900, with average annual property taxes of $2,159, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Meeker 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