Cost of Living in Carlton County, MN

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

Median Income

$74,660

Median Rent

$955/mo

Median Home

$218,000

Affordability

447

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,102
Property Tax$216
Insurance$73

Total Monthly$1,391
% of Income22.4%

Renting

Median Rent$955
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$980
% of Income15.3%

Living in Carlton County, Minnesota

Carlton County has a median household income of $74,660 with housing costs that represent 22.4% of income for owners and 15.3% 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.