Cost of Living in St. Joseph, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.2
100 = national avg
+12.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,389
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,737
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing123.2
Food107.5
Transportation94.9
Healthcare106.0
Utilities109.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$919
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,206
per month
The overall cost of living index in St. Joseph is 112.2, which is 12.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 123.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,389 per year to cover basic expenses.