Richfield, MN Cost of Living


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Richfield cost of living score
107.2
More expensive
7.2% higher
than the US average
10.3% higher
than the Minnesota average
Richfield, Minnesota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 107.2, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 7.2% higher than the U.S. average and 10.3% higher than the average for Minnesota.

Richfield, MN

Housing costs in Richfield?
A typical home costs $305,400, which is 9.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 1.3% less expensive than the average Minnesota home, at $309,500. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Richfield costs $1,390 per month, which is 2.8% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.8% more than the state average of $1,240.

Can I afford Richfield?
To live comfortably in Richfield, Minnesota, a minimum annual income of $58,680 for a family, and $45,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Richfield?
The cost of living in Richfield, MN is relatively high compared to other areas of the state. The city has a median home value of $246,200, which is significantly higher than the Minnesota average of $179,400. Groceries and health care expenses are also higher than the national average, with prices in line with those seen in larger cities like Minneapolis and St. Paul. However, despite the higher cost of living in Richfield, many people find it worth it due to its close proximity to major cities and easy access to amenities. All in all, Richfield is a great place to live for those who don't mind spending a bit more money on everyday expenses.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesRichfieldMinnesotaUnited States
  107.297.2100.0
  100.797.2100
  75.878.3100.0
  108.6102.9100.0
  $305,400$309,500$338,100
  98.1%95.7%100.0%
  103.696.4100.0
  144.1117.4100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 11 years ago

Richfield is probably the most convenient suburb in the Twin Cities. It is near 494, 35W, 35E, 55, 100, 169, and 62...which are basically all the major free ways in the  More

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Over 13 years ago

Comfortable middle class suburb. Fifteen minutes from both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. Conveniently close to the airport. Good schools. Lots of parks and  More

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Over 18 years ago

Richfield is a first-ring, older suburb of 1950's and 60's houses. They range from very nice, middle-class houses to poorly maintained, cheaply built houses that now  More

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