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Cost of living in Nobles County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,821/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 22,067 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $785 28%
Healthcare $480 17%
Federal tax $474 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
Energy $187 7%
State tax $185 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Nobles County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$706
per month
1 bedroom
$785
per month
2 bedroom
$1,030
per month
3 bedroom
$1,241
per month
4 bedroom
$1,366
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Nobles County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$65,509
per year
Individual earnings
$39,073
per year
Per capita
$30,310
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Nobles County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$179,200
Annual property tax
$1,674

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Nobles 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 Nobles County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
13.6%

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 Nobles 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 Nobles County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.2 min
Drive alone
73.9%
Public transit
1.1%
Work from home
6.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Nobles County

What it costs to live in Nobles County each month.

Single person
$2,821
per month
  • Rent $785
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $474
  • State tax $185
Couple
$4,238
per month
  • Rent $1,030
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $742
  • State tax $335
Family
$6,593
per month
  • Rent $1,241
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $742
  • State tax $335

Frequently asked questions about Nobles County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Nobles County?

In Nobles County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $785 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,030 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,241 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Nobles County?

In Nobles County, MN, the average household income is $65,509 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $39,073 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Nobles County?

The estimated cost of living in Nobles County, MN is approximately $2,821 per month for a single person, $4,238 for a couple, $6,593 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Nobles County?

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

Is Nobles County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Nobles County, MN would need approximately $2,821 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $65,509 per year ($5,459 per month). Nobles County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Nobles County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Nobles County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 13.6% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Nobles County?

The average home value in Nobles County, MN is $179,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,674, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Nobles County compare to other areas?

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