Cost of Living in Aitkin County, MN

What does it cost to live in Aitkin County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$56,406

Median Rent

$815/mo

Median Home

$222,100

Affordability

360

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,123
Property Tax$107
Insurance$74

Total Monthly$1,304
% of Income27.7%

Renting

Median Rent$815
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$840
% of Income17.3%

Living in Aitkin County, Minnesota

Aitkin County has a median household income of $56,406 with housing costs that represent 27.7% of income for owners and 17.3% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.