salaryRent is higher than in 58% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.4 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $72,120 a year. That is $35 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Minnesota cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Minnesota. It is number 104 of 150 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Eagan?
Share of households by yearly income. 43.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Eagan
| Size | Eagan | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,778 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,598 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,883 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,233 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,477 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Eagan overall?
Everyday prices in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington metro area are 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.8, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Eagan
Life in Eagan
What jobs pay in Eagan
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $160,990 | 13.4% |
| Lawyer | $159,620 | 13.6% |
| Physician Assistant | $145,030 | 14.9% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,370 | 16.2% |
| Software Developer | $130,920 | 16.5% |
| Dental Hygienist | $112,630 | 19.2% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $112,090 | 19.3% |
| Civil Engineer | $104,740 | 20.7% |
| Operations Manager | $103,570 | 20.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $103,040 | 21.0% |
| Plumber | $101,630 | 21.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | 22.1% |
| Police Officer | $97,190 | 22.3% |
| Accountant | $86,500 | 25.0% |
| Electrician | $81,890 | 26.4% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,730 | 27.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $77,490 | 27.9% |
| Carpenter | $74,060 | 29.2% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,660 | 33.0% |
| Truck Driver | $64,200 | 33.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $52,570 | 41.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $49,480 | 43.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,020 | 45.1% |
| Warehouse Worker | $47,320 | 45.7% |
| Restaurant Cook | $39,640 | 54.6% |
| Firefighter | $39,350 | 55.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $36,670 | 59.0% |
| Cashier | $35,760 | 60.5% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $25,920 | 83.5% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Eagan?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $952 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $397,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $39,710 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Eagan, MN?
Renting in Eagan costs a median of about $1,803 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Minnesota median is $1,525.
How much do I need to make to live in Eagan?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $72,120 a year, or $35 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Eagan cheap or expensive?
Eagan is rated Cheap: rent takes 18.5% of the typical household income of $117,222. It ranks 104th cheapest of 150 Minnesota cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Eagan?
The median homeowner in Eagan pays $3,826 a year in property taxes, about 0.96% of the median home value.
Is Eagan more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 5% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Eagan?
The median home value in Eagan is $397,100, about 3.4 times the typical yearly household income.
68,000 people live in Eagan. Numbers are typical (middle) values.