Cost of Living in Medicine Lake, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
233.9
100 = national avg
+133.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$102,927
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$243,282
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing285.8
Food173.2
Transportation246.5
Healthcare158.6
Utilities181.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,405
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,709
per month
The overall cost of living index in Medicine Lake is 233.9, which is 133.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 285.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $102,927 per year to cover basic expenses.