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Cost of living in Yellow Medicine County, MN

Estimated monthly cost
$2,806/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,509 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $711 25%
Federal tax $518 18%
Healthcare $480 17%
Groceries $340 12%
Transport $320 11%
State tax $200 7%
Energy $187 7%
Water $50 2%

Rent in Yellow Medicine County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$640
per month
1 bedroom
$711
per month
2 bedroom
$933
per month
3 bedroom
$1,124
per month
4 bedroom
$1,237
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Yellow Medicine County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$71,573
per year
Individual earnings
$41,752
per year
Per capita
$38,668
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Yellow Medicine County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$148,200
Annual property tax
$1,545

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Yellow Medicine 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 Yellow Medicine County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
4.1%

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 Yellow Medicine 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 Yellow Medicine County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.9 min
Drive alone
79.0%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
9.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Yellow Medicine County

What it costs to live in Yellow Medicine County each month.

Single person
$2,806
per month
  • Rent $711
  • Energy $187
  • Water $50
  • Groceries $340
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $518
  • State tax $200
Couple
$4,274
per month
  • Rent $933
  • Energy $224
  • Water $60
  • Groceries $563
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $841
  • State tax $369
Family
$6,609
per month
  • Rent $1,124
  • Energy $280
  • Water $70
  • Groceries $855
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $841
  • State tax $369

Frequently asked questions about Yellow Medicine County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Yellow Medicine County?

In Yellow Medicine County, MN, a one-bedroom apartment averages $711 per month, a two-bedroom averages $933 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,124 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Yellow Medicine County?

In Yellow Medicine County, MN, the average household income is $71,573 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,752 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Yellow Medicine County?

The estimated cost of living in Yellow Medicine County, MN is approximately $2,806 per month for a single person, $4,274 for a couple, $6,609 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Yellow Medicine County?

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

Is Yellow Medicine County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Yellow Medicine County, MN would need approximately $2,806 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $71,573 per year ($5,964 per month). Yellow Medicine County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Yellow Medicine County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Yellow Medicine County, MN is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 4.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Yellow Medicine County?

The average home value in Yellow Medicine County, MN is $148,200, with average annual property taxes of $1,545, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Yellow Medicine 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