Cost of Living in Ellendale, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
105.5
100 = national avg
+5.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,430
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$109,744
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing87.3
Food111.5
Transportation122.9
Healthcare109.2
Utilities104.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$870
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,142
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ellendale is 105.5, which is 5.5% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 87.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,430 per year to cover basic expenses.