Cost of Living in Fosston, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.6
100 = national avg
-16.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,782
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,939
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing82.7
Food88.7
Transportation77.5
Healthcare91.0
Utilities89.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$868
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,089
per month
The overall cost of living index in Fosston is 83.6, which is 16.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 82.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,782 per year to cover basic expenses.