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Cost of living in Roseau County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$3,012/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,301 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $801 27%
Federal tax $604 20%
Healthcare $480 16%
Groceries $340 11%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $230 8%
Energy $187 6%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Roseau County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$801
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,204
per month
4 bedroom
$1,373
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Roseau County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$73,611
per year
Individual earnings
$46,958
per year
Per capita
$36,987
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Roseau County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$177,100
Annual property tax
$1,644

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Roseau 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 Roseau County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.3%

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 Roseau 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 Roseau County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
17.4 min
Drive alone
72.8%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
10.3%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Roseau County

What it costs to live in Roseau County each month.

Single person
$3,012
per month
  • Rent $801
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $604
  • State tax $230
Couple
$4,320
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $875
  • State tax $381
Family
$6,735
per month
  • Rent $1,204
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $875
  • State tax $381

Frequently asked questions about Roseau County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Roseau County?

In Roseau County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $801 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,204 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Roseau County?

In Roseau County, MN, the average household income is $73,611 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $46,958 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Roseau County?

The estimated cost of living in Roseau County, MN is approximately $3,012 per month for a single person, $4,320 for a couple, $6,735 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Roseau County?

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

Is Roseau County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Roseau County, MN would need approximately $3,012 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $73,611 per year ($6,134 per month). Roseau County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Roseau County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Roseau County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Roseau County?

The average home value in Roseau County, MN is $177,100, with average annual property taxes of $1,644, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Roseau 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