Dawson, MN Cost of Living


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Dawson cost of living score
66.9
Less expensive
33.1% lower
than the US average
31.2% lower
than the Minnesota average
Dawson, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 66.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 33.1% lower than the U.S. average and 31.2% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Dawson, MN

Housing costs in Dawson?
A typical home costs $146,400, which is 56.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.7% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Dawson costs $820 per month, which is 42.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 51.2% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Dawson?
To live comfortably in Dawson, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $28,080 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Dawson?
The cost of living in Dawson, MN is fairly low compared to the rest of the nation. The median home value is just over $97,500 and the median rent is around $650 per month. The sales tax rate in the city is 6.875%, which is relatively reasonable when compared to other areas in Minnesota. Additionally, utilities like electricity, natural gas and water are quite affordable as well. Overall, the cost of living in Dawson, MN provides residents with a great balance between affordability and quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesDawsonMinnesotaUnited States
  66.997.2100.0
  92.997.2100
  82.478.3100.0
  29.0102.9100.0
  $146,400$309,500$338,100
  92.1%95.7%100.0%
  59.196.4100.0
  83.7117.4100.0

   100=National Average

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