Senior living in Minnesota
If you want to retire happily, one place you'll want to consider is the North Star State, named due to it being the most north the country has to offer. Minnesota is a place of gorgeous wilderness, as long as you're mindful of the weather. The summers are hot, and the winters are cold here, so keep that in mind. However, if you're aware of that, you're in for a treat, This state is a hotbed of culture and fun. With that said, what is the cost of living in Minnesota? We'll tell you in the next section.
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Cost of living in Minnesota
If you're looking for a state with a low cost of living, you might be a bit disappointed. Unfortunately, the cost of living is 1.6 points more than the national average. The main reasons for this are the costs of groceries, transportation, and miscellaneous expenses. The rent is slightly higher than the national average as well. However, suppose you can find an area with affordable groceries. In that case, you could be able to even it out through its cost of housing, which is nearly 10 points below the national average, with a median home cost around $70k less than the national average.
Cost-of-living indices
100 = US average. Higher means more expensive.
- Overall
- 101.6
- Grocery
- 105
- Housing
- 90.4
- Utilities
- 96.2
- Transportation
- 102.8
- Misc.
- 108.8
Housing & rent
Statewide medians and averages.
- Median home
- $223,900
- Average rent
- $977
- Studio
- $816
- 1 bedroom
- $907
- 2 bedroom
- $1,112
- 3 bedroom
- $1,347
Care levels in Minnesota
Whether you're comparing options for a parent or planning ahead for yourself, here's where to start by care level.
- AL
Assisted Living
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
- MC
Memory Care
Memory care is a specialized type of senior living for people with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, or other cognitive decline.
- IL
Independent Living
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
- HC
Home Care
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
- SNF
Nursing Homes
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
- SA
Senior Apartments
Senior apartments are age-restricted rental homes - typically for residents 55+ or 62+ - designed for older adults who live independently.
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Popular cities in Minnesota
- Duluth, MN49 communities
- Cottage Grove, MN32 communities
- Anoka, MN29 communities
- Andover, MN28 communities
- Moorhead, MN25 communities
- Saint Cloud, MN23 communities
- Inver Grove Heights, MN17 communities
- Rochester, MN16 communities
- Alexandria, MN14 communities
- Mankato, MN14 communities
- Owatonna, MN14 communities
- Afton, MN13 communities
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Top assisted living in Minnesota
The Wellstead Of Rogers Diamondcrest Senior Living
Anoka, MN
3.9 · 33 reviews
Woodbury Health Care Center
Cottage Grove, MN
3.1 · 27 reviews
The Waterford Independent & Assisted Living
Anoka, MN
4.0 · 22 reviews
Rose Arbor & Wildflower Lodge
Anoka, MN
3.8 · 22 reviews
Summit Hill Senior Living
Cottage Grove, MN
3.3 · 20 reviews
Tradition Independent & Assisted Living
Anoka, MN
4.3 · 19 reviews
Caregivers who come to you
Top home care in Minnesota
Brightstar Care St. Croix Valley
Lake Elmo, MN
4.5 · 119 reviews
Visiting Angels - Wayzata
Wayzata, MN
4.6 · 67 reviews
Synergy Homecare - Blaine, Mn
Afton, MN
4.8 · 53 reviews
Comfort Keepers Blaine
Andover, MN
4.8 · 20 reviews
Visiting Angels St. Paul
Andover, MN
4.9 · 10 reviews
Home Instead Senior Care - Maple Grove, Mn
Albertville, MN
4.8 · 10 reviews
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Local pricing
Assisted living monthly cost by city in Minnesota
Median monthly cost of assisted living, sourced from public data. Actual community pricing varies by apartment size, level of care, and amenities.
| City | Avg. monthly cost |
|---|---|
| Ada | $6,113.00 |
| Adams | $6,010.00 |
| Adolph | $6,010.00 |
| Adrian | $6,010.00 |
| Afton | $6,010.00 |
| Ah Gwah Ching | $5,955.00 |
| Aitkin | $5,928.00 |
| Akeley | $5,272.00 |
| Albany | $4,999.00 |
| Albert Lea | $4,917.00 |
| Alberta | $4,917.00 |
| Albertville | $4,887.00 |
| Alborn | $4,753.00 |
| Alden | $4,521.00 |
| Aldrich | $4,370.00 |
| Alexandria | $4,261.00 |
| Almelund | $4,020.00 |
Common questions about senior living in Minnesota
- What types of senior care are available in Minnesota?
- Minnesota has communities offering assisted living, memory care, independent living, home care, and skilled nursing. Larger metros have more depth of options across all care levels; smaller markets may have fewer choices in any single category.
- How much does assisted living cost in Minnesota?
- Assisted living costs in Minnesota vary widely by metro, apartment size, and the resident's level of care. The national median is roughly $5,000 per month; major metros tend to run higher and rural areas lower. Each community sets its own pricing - request a written cost breakdown when you tour.
- Does Minnesota Medicaid pay for assisted living?
- Medicaid does not pay for room-and-board in assisted living, but Minnesota's Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver may cover some assisted-living services for eligible residents. Coverage and eligibility vary - check directly with your state's Medicaid agency or an elder-law attorney.
- How do I evaluate a nursing home in Minnesota?
- Start with the CMS 5-star rating on Medicare.gov for any Medicare-certified facility, then look at the underlying staffing data and the most recent state inspection report. Tour the facility, watch staff interact with residents, and ask about staffing levels during evenings and overnight.
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