Alexandria, MN Cost of Living


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Alexandria cost of living score
86.7
Less expensive
13.3% lower
than the US average
10.8% lower
than the Minnesota average
Alexandria, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 86.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 13.3% lower than the U.S. average and 10.8% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Alexandria, MN

Housing costs in Alexandria?
A typical home costs $235,700, which is 30.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.8% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Alexandria costs $870 per month, which is 39.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 42.5% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Alexandria?
To live comfortably in Alexandria, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $45,000 for a family, and $28,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Alexandria?
The cost of living in Alexandria, MN is relatively affordable compared to larger cities. The median home value is around $164,000 and the median rent is $764 per month. Groceries, healthcare costs and utilities are also lower than the national average. The area has a low unemployment rate at 3%, which helps contribute to a stable housing market and overall cost of living. It also has plenty of activities for everyone - outdoor recreation such as fishing, hunting, biking and hiking as well as local festivals and events. All of this makes Alexandria a great place for families or those who are looking for an affordable place to live with plenty to do.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAlexandriaMinnesotaUnited States
  86.797.2100.0
  99.997.2100
  83.078.3100.0
  71.8102.9100.0
  $235,700$309,500$338,100
  89.7%95.7%100.0%
  58.696.4100.0
  97.1117.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 16 years ago

If you like the lakes area you would love alexandria because the lakes are so  More

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