Cost of Living in Mendota, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.3
100 = national avg
+37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,419
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,809
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing122.0
Food132.8
Transportation165.6
Healthcare126.2
Utilities124.1
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 Mendota is 137.3, which is 37.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 122.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,419 per year to cover basic expenses.