Cost of Living in Clearwater, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
124.7
100 = national avg
+24.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,868
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$129,687
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.0
Food118.2
Transportation136.4
Healthcare114.6
Utilities115.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,206
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clearwater is 124.7, which is 24.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,868 per year to cover basic expenses.