Cost of Living in Sunfish Lake, MN

With a cost of living index of 167, Sunfish Lake, MN is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 67% more expensive than the national average and 85% above the Minnesota state average of 82. Sunfish Lake is a small community of 594 residents.

The median household income in Sunfish Lake is $250,001, which is 233% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Sunfish Lake. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.5°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 20°F. Annual rainfall totals 29.2 inches spread over roughly 102 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher 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.