Cost of Living in Big Lake, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
129.0
100 = national avg
+29.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$56,769
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$134,181
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing143.2
Food114.6
Transportation129.3
Healthcare111.7
Utilities117.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$978
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,232
per month
The overall cost of living index in Big Lake is 129.0, which is 29.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 143.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $56,769 per year to cover basic expenses.