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Cost of living in Todd County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,802/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 25,402 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $743 27%
Federal tax $491 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $191 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Todd County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$738
per month
1 bedroom
$743
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,297
per month
4 bedroom
$1,349
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Todd County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$63,039
per year
Individual earnings
$40,062
per year
Per capita
$32,283
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Todd County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$188,400
Annual property tax
$1,874

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Todd 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 Todd County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.4%

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 Todd 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 Todd County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
24.8 min
Drive alone
72.4%
Public transit
1.2%
Work from home
12.6%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Todd County

What it costs to live in Todd County each month.

Single person
$2,802
per month
  • Rent $743
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $491
  • State tax $191
Couple
$4,087
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $702
  • State tax $321
Family
$6,595
per month
  • Rent $1,297
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $702
  • State tax $321

Frequently asked questions about Todd County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Todd County?

In Todd County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $743 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,297 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Todd County?

In Todd County, MN, the average household income is $63,039 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $40,062 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Todd County?

The estimated cost of living in Todd County, MN is approximately $2,802 per month for a single person, $4,087 for a couple, $6,595 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Todd County?

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

Is Todd County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Todd County, MN would need approximately $2,802 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $63,039 per year ($5,253 per month). Todd County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Todd County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Todd County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.4% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Todd County?

The average home value in Todd County, MN is $188,400, with average annual property taxes of $1,874, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Todd 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