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Cost of living in Renville County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,861/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 14,587 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $763 27%
Federal tax $520 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $201 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Renville County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$759
per month
1 bedroom
$763
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,307
per month
4 bedroom
$1,543
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Renville County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$69,086
per year
Individual earnings
$41,879
per year
Per capita
$36,131
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Renville County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$151,900
Annual property tax
$1,543

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Renville 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 Renville County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.2%

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 Renville 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 Renville County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.5 min
Drive alone
79.1%
Public transit
0.5%
Work from home
8.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Renville County

What it costs to live in Renville County each month.

Single person
$2,861
per month
  • Rent $763
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $520
  • State tax $201
Couple
$4,220
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $801
  • State tax $355
Family
$6,738
per month
  • Rent $1,307
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $801
  • State tax $355

Frequently asked questions about Renville County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Renville County?

In Renville County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $763 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 Renville County?

In Renville County, MN, the average household income is $69,086 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,879 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Renville County?

The estimated cost of living in Renville County, MN is approximately $2,861 per month for a single person, $4,220 for a couple, $6,738 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Renville County?

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

Is Renville County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Renville County, MN would need approximately $2,861 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $69,086 per year ($5,757 per month). Renville County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Renville County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Renville County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.2% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Renville County?

The average home value in Renville County, MN is $151,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,543, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Renville 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