Brookston, MN Cost of Living


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Brookston cost of living score
84.7
Less expensive
15.3% lower
than the US average
12.9% lower
than the Minnesota average
Brookston, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 84.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 15.3% lower than the U.S. average and 12.9% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Brookston, MN

Housing costs in Brookston?
A typical home costs $203,200, which is 39.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 34.3% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Brookston costs $1,140 per month, which is 20.3% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.8% cheaper than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Brookston?
To live comfortably in Brookston, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $38,880 for a family, and $35,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Brookston?
The cost of living in Brookston, MN is relatively low compared to other cities in the state. The median home value is around $190,000 and the average rent for an apartment is around $800 per month. Groceries and utilities will also be relatively inexpensive for residents, making it a great place to live for those on a budget. Additionally, there are very few taxes levied on residents in Brookston, meaning that they can keep more of what they earn. All these factors combined makes Brookston an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to call home.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesBrookstonMinnesotaUnited States
  84.797.2100.0
  96.497.2100
  86.378.3100.0
  65.0102.9100.0
  $203,200$309,500$338,100
  92.1%95.7%100.0%
  86.096.4100.0
  102.3117.4100.0

   100=National Average

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