Monticello, MN Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Monticello, Minnesota?
$4,950 / month
for a family, 8.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $59,400 for the year for a family.
$3,467 / month
for a single person, 27.3% less expensive than the national average A total of $41,600 for the year for a single person.

Monticello cost of living score
104.3
More expensive
4.3% higher
than the US average
7.3% higher
than the Minnesota average
Monticello, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 104.3, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 4.3% higher than the U.S. average and 7.3% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Monticello, MN

Housing costs in Monticello?
A typical home costs $309,800, which is 8.4% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.1% more expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Monticello costs $1,270 per month, which is 11.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.4% more than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Monticello?
To live comfortably in Monticello, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $59,400 for a family, and $41,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Monticello?
Monticello, MN has a relatively low cost of living. According to the BestPlaces Cost of Living Index, it is nearly 10% lower than the US average. The median home price in Monticello is $214,000 which is significantly lower than the US median of $231,200. Groceries and dining out are also reasonably priced as well as utilities such as electricity and internet. Transportation costs are slightly higher than the US average but overall, Monticello offers its residents a good quality of life at an affordable price.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMonticelloMinnesotaUnited States
    Unlock97.2100.0
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    Unlock$309,500$338,100
  99.2  Unlock100.0
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  121.4  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Reviews for Monticello
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Wonderful community where I have lived for 6 years. Friendly neighbors who all help each other. Offerings of shopping amenities such as Super Target, Super Walmart and  More

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Over 16 years ago

I moved to Monticello over 10 years ago. I am a native of Minnesota and I am accustomed to the changing seasons. The city has boasted a population increase from almost  More

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Over 19 years ago

I just moved to Monticello in January. I grew up in a community that had neighbors looking out for each other. I guess I got lucky and moved to one of the few  More

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