Cost of Living in Ottertail, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.0
100 = national avg
+20.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,810
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$124,824
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing120.4
Food114.0
Transportation128.0
Healthcare111.2
Utilities112.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$749
per month
2 Bedroom
$983
per month
The overall cost of living index in Ottertail is 120.0, which is 20.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 120.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,810 per year to cover basic expenses.