Cost of Living in South St. Paul, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.5
100 = national avg
+20.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,039
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,364
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing131.1
Food114.6
Transportation103.0
Healthcare111.7
Utilities115.0
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 South St. Paul is 120.5, which is 20.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 131.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,039 per year to cover basic expenses.