Cost of Living in Rushmore, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
71.5
100 = national avg
-28.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,458
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$74,356
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.2
Food80.0
Transportation59.9
Healthcare84.0
Utilities82.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$799
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,049
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rushmore is 71.5, which is 28.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,458 per year to cover basic expenses.