Cost of Living in Lowry, MN

With a cost of living index of 74, Lowry, MN is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 26% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Minnesota state average of 82. Lowry is a small community of 337 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Lowry's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $933 (29% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $141,800 (53% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Lowry is $56,250, which is 25% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 20% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Lowry. The area sees an average annual temperature of 42.5°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 14°F. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches spread over roughly 92 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.