Cost of Living in Alden, MN

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13%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
43%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Alden Minnesota National
Cost of living87100100
Groceries100100100
Health care101100100
Housing57100100
Transportation97100100
Utilities106104100
Lifestyle & Entertainment99100100
Household Items97100100
Education & Childcare10499100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Alden is 13% lower than the Minnesota average
  • The cost of living in Alden is 13% lower than the national average
  • Alden housing is 43% lower than the national average
  • Minnesota general sales tax is 35% higher than the national average
  • Minnesota state income tax is 106% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$87,274$7,273$2,036$2,618
      Renters$79,004$6,584$1,843$2,370

      Minnesota Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Minnesota 6.875% 7.875%

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      Minnesota 5.35% 9.85%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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