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Cost of living in Murray County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,892/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,119 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $782 27%
Federal tax $529 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $204 7%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Murray County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$782
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 Murray County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$74,475
per year
Individual earnings
$42,397
per year
Per capita
$40,277
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Murray County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$179,400
Annual property tax
$1,373

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Murray 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 Murray County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.5%

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 Murray 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 Murray County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.8 min
Drive alone
74.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
9.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Murray County

What it costs to live in Murray County each month.

Single person
$2,892
per month
  • Rent $782
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $529
  • State tax $204
Couple
$4,339
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $889
  • State tax $386
Family
$6,857
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $889
  • State tax $386

Frequently asked questions about Murray County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Murray County?

In Murray County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $782 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 Murray County?

In Murray County, MN, the average household income is $74,475 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $42,397 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Murray County?

The estimated cost of living in Murray County, MN is approximately $2,892 per month for a single person, $4,339 for a couple, $6,857 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Murray County?

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

Is Murray County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Murray County, MN would need approximately $2,892 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $74,475 per year ($6,206 per month). Murray County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Murray County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Murray County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Murray County?

The average home value in Murray County, MN is $179,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,373, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Murray 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