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Cost of living in Pope County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,913/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 11,363 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $781 27%
Federal tax $545 19%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $210 7%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Pope County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$702
per month
1 bedroom
$781
per month
2 bedroom
$1,024
per month
3 bedroom
$1,234
per month
4 bedroom
$1,358
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Pope County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$72,205
per year
Individual earnings
$43,397
per year
Per capita
$40,027
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Pope County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$242,800
Annual property tax
$1,915

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Pope 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 Pope County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
3.4%

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 Pope 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 Pope County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
22.2 min
Drive alone
74.3%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
10.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Pope County

What it costs to live in Pope County each month.

Single person
$2,913
per month
  • Rent $781
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $545
  • State tax $210
Couple
$4,380
per month
  • Rent $1,024
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $852
  • State tax $373
Family
$6,734
per month
  • Rent $1,234
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $852
  • State tax $373

Frequently asked questions about Pope County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Pope County?

In Pope County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $781 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,024 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,234 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Pope County?

In Pope County, MN, the average household income is $72,205 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $43,397 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Pope County?

The estimated cost of living in Pope County, MN is approximately $2,913 per month for a single person, $4,380 for a couple, $6,734 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Pope County?

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

Is Pope County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Pope County, MN would need approximately $2,913 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $72,205 per year ($6,017 per month). Pope County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Pope County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Pope County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 3.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Pope County?

The average home value in Pope County, MN is $242,800, with average annual property taxes of $1,915, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Pope 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