Cost of Living in Grand Marais, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
114.4
100 = national avg
+14.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,336
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,976
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.4
Food106.4
Transportation112.9
Healthcare105.2
Utilities108.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$888
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Grand Marais is 114.4, which is 14.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,336 per year to cover basic expenses.