Stillwater, MN Cost of Living


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Stillwater cost of living score
110.4
More expensive
10.4% higher
than the US average
13.6% higher
than the Minnesota average
Stillwater, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 110.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 10.4% higher than the U.S. average and 13.6% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Stillwater, MN

Housing costs in Stillwater?
A typical home costs $407,800, which is 20.6% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 31.8% more expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Stillwater costs $1,400 per month, which is 2.1% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 11.4% more than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Stillwater?
To live comfortably in Stillwater, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $78,120 for a family, and $45,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Stillwater?
The cost of living in Stillwater, MN is relatively low compared to other mid-sized cities. According to a recent survey, the overall cost of living index for the area is 84.4, which is significantly lower than the national average of 100. Housing costs are especially affordable with an average median home price of $238,000. Groceries and health care are also generally more affordable than the national averages. Although prices do vary depending on location and individual needs, overall Stillwater offers great value for money when it comes to day-to-day expenses.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesStillwaterMinnesotaUnited States
  110.497.2100.0
  104.197.2100
  74.278.3100.0
  130.3102.9100.0
  $407,800$309,500$338,100
  98.4%95.7%100.0%
  107.096.4100.0
  139.5117.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 7 years ago

The downtown is charming. Touristy at times in the summer and fall. Traffic can be a bear during those days. Lots of antique stores, lots of vintage houses. Water adds  More

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Stillwater is one of the most beautiful towns in the upper midwest. The view of the St. Croix River and the hills are reminiscent of the Rhine River Valley in Germany  More

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Over 10 years ago

Stillwater is beautiful for the short summer that we have. Low crime rate beautiful scenic area. 40 minutes to Minneapolis and St. Paul. Scenic water way and good job  More

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