Cost of Living in Lake Crystal, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
102.4
100 = national avg
+2.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,058
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$106,501
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing83.4
Food109.6
Transportation119.2
Healthcare107.7
Utilities102.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$977
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,171
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lake Crystal is 102.4, which is 2.4% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 83.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,058 per year to cover basic expenses.