Housing in Becker County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Becker County averages $920/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Minnesota median of $1,280 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 30% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Becker County FMR Area are $754 for a studio, $833 for 1‑bedroom, $1,093 for 2‑bedroom, $1,427 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,569 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $173 increase for a 2-bedroom in Becker County shows a 19% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Becker County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Minnesota at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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