Cost of Living in West St. Paul, MN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
117.6
100 = national avg
+17.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,725
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$122,259
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing137.7
Food104.1
Transportation108.1
Healthcare103.3
Utilities110.0
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 West St. Paul is 117.6, which is 17.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,725 per year to cover basic expenses.