Cost of Living in Blue Earth County, MN

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

Median Income

$70,906

Median Rent

$1,007/mo

Median Home

$239,200

Affordability

397

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,210
Property Tax$197
Insurance$80

Total Monthly$1,487
% of Income25.2%

Renting

Median Rent$1,007
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,032
% of Income17%

Living in Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Blue Earth County has a median household income of $70,906 with housing costs that represent 25.2% of income for owners and 17% 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.