Cost of Living in La Crescent, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.6
100 = national avg
+20.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,077
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,454
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing125.1
Food112.8
Transportation125.5
Healthcare110.2
Utilities112.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$868
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,066
per month
The overall cost of living index in La Crescent is 120.6, which is 20.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,077 per year to cover basic expenses.