Cost of Living in Garfield, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.5
100 = national avg
-9.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,810
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,097
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing65.4
Food103.7
Transportation107.4
Healthcare103.0
Utilities95.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$772
per month
2 Bedroom
$991
per month
The overall cost of living index in Garfield is 90.5, which is 9.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 65.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,810 per year to cover basic expenses.