Cost of Living in Detroit Lakes, 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)
$43,363
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,494
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing110.7
Food97.5
Transportation73.9
Healthcare98.0
Utilities100.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$783
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,027
per month
The overall cost of living index in Detroit Lakes is 98.6, which is 1.4% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 110.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,363 per year to cover basic expenses.