Cost of Living in Dayton, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
175.4
100 = national avg
+75.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$77,190
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$182,448
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing199.2
Food155.0
Transportation141.8
Healthcare144.0
Utilities152.8
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 Dayton is 175.4, which is 75.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 199.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $77,190 per year to cover basic expenses.