Cost of Living in Brooklyn Center, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
119.4
100 = national avg
+19.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,551
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,212
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing145.4
Food105.0
Transportation97.8
Healthcare104.0
Utilities112.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,709
per month
The overall cost of living index in Brooklyn Center is 119.4, which is 19.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 145.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,551 per year to cover basic expenses.