Cost of Living in Scott County, MN

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

Median Income

$118,268

Median Rent

$1,419/mo

Median Home

$376,000

Affordability

417

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$1,901
Property Tax$335
Insurance$125

Total Monthly$2,361
% of Income24%

Renting

Median Rent$1,419
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,444
% of Income14.4%

Living in Scott County, Minnesota

Scott County has a median household income of $118,268 with housing costs that represent 24% of income for owners and 14.4% 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.