Cost of Living in Eagle Lake, MN

With a cost of living index of 94, Eagle Lake, MN is slightly more affordable than average. Living here is 6% cheaper than the national average and 12% above the Minnesota state average of 82. Eagle Lake is a small community of 3,268 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Eagle Lake's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,405 (7% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $249,600 (18% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Eagle Lake is $97,161, which is 29% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Mankato, MN (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.