Cost of Living in St. Augusta, MN

With a cost of living index of 99, St. Augusta, MN is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% cheaper than the national average and 17% above the Minnesota state average of 82. St. Augusta is a small community of 3,576 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in St. Augusta's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,373 (4% above the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $323,400 (6% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in St. Augusta is $116,384, which is 55% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 14% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to St. Augusta. The area sees an average annual temperature of 42.9°F, with summers averaging 68°F and winters around 15°F. Annual rainfall totals 28.5 inches spread over roughly 111 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the St. Cloud, 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.