Cost of Living in New Brighton, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
133.0
100 = national avg
+33.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$58,519
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$138,317
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing162.3
Food116.7
Transportation100.7
Healthcare113.4
Utilities122.5
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 New Brighton is 133.0, which is 33.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 162.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $58,519 per year to cover basic expenses.