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Cost of living in Redwood County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,787/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,383 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 26%
Federal tax $504 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $195 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Redwood County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,304
per month
4 bedroom
$1,567
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Redwood County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,024
per year
Individual earnings
$40,849
per year
Per capita
$33,771
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Redwood County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$150,400
Annual property tax
$1,444

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Redwood 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 Redwood County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.9%

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 Redwood 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 Redwood County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.3 min
Drive alone
77.4%
Public transit
0.8%
Work from home
10.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Redwood County

What it costs to live in Redwood County each month.

Single person
$2,787
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $504
  • State tax $195
Couple
$4,174
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $767
  • State tax $343
Family
$6,689
per month
  • Rent $1,304
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $767
  • State tax $343

Frequently asked questions about Redwood County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Redwood County?

In Redwood County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,304 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Redwood County?

In Redwood County, MN, the average household income is $67,024 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,849 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Redwood County?

The estimated cost of living in Redwood County, MN is approximately $2,787 per month for a single person, $4,174 for a couple, $6,689 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Redwood County?

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

Is Redwood County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Redwood County, MN would need approximately $2,787 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,024 per year ($5,585 per month). Redwood County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Redwood County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Redwood County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Redwood County?

The average home value in Redwood County, MN is $150,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,444, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Redwood 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