Cost of Living in Houston, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
86.0
100 = national avg
-14.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,842
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,445
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing89.3
Food88.7
Transportation77.5
Healthcare91.0
Utilities91.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$889
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,166
per month
The overall cost of living index in Houston is 86.0, which is 14.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,842 per year to cover basic expenses.