Cost of Living in Arlington, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
98.6
100 = national avg
-1.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,394
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,567
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing94.4
Food100.8
Transportation101.6
Healthcare100.6
Utilities99.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$742
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 98.6, which is 1.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 94.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,394 per year to cover basic expenses.