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Cost of living in Pipestone County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,775/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,352 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 26%
Federal tax $495 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 12%
State tax $192 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pipestone County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,202
per month
4 bedroom
$1,514
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pipestone County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$66,073
per year
Individual earnings
$40,326
per year
Per capita
$36,551
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pipestone County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$126,700
Annual property tax
$1,154

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pipestone 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 Pipestone County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.4%

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 Pipestone 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 Pipestone County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
16.7 min
Drive alone
78.0%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
8.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pipestone County

What it costs to live in Pipestone County each month.

Single person
$2,775
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $495
  • State tax $192
Couple
$4,153
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $751
  • State tax $338
Family
$6,566
per month
  • Rent $1,202
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $751
  • State tax $338

Frequently asked questions about Pipestone County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pipestone County?

In Pipestone County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,202 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pipestone County?

In Pipestone County, MN, the average household income is $66,073 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,326 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pipestone County?

The estimated cost of living in Pipestone County, MN is approximately $2,775 per month for a single person, $4,153 for a couple, $6,566 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pipestone County?

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

Is Pipestone County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pipestone County, MN would need approximately $2,775 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $66,073 per year ($5,506 per month). Pipestone County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Pipestone County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pipestone County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pipestone County?

The average home value in Pipestone County, MN is $126,700, with average annual property taxes of $1,154, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pipestone 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