Cost of Living in St. James, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
85.9
100 = national avg
-14.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$37,804
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$89,355
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing77.4
Food93.6
Transportation87.2
Healthcare94.9
Utilities91.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$842
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. James is 85.9, which is 14.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 77.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $37,804 per year to cover basic expenses.