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Ely, Minnesota retirement guide

Minnesota

Start with the feel of the place. Add the numbers that shape daily life in Ely: budget, care access, safety, climate, and local rhythm.

Monthly budget
$3,95044
Healthcare
Poor46
Safety
2.6 / 5 · Caution29
Climate
3.5 / 5 · Very Good38
Northen MN

Is Ely a good place to retire?

Ely can be a serious retirement-city candidate if its monthly budget, healthcare access, safety, climate, and lifestyle picture match the way you plan to live. Start with the public signals below, then use the tab pages and source links to verify the factors that matter most for your household.

Everyday picture

Use these signals together: estimated monthly budget, healthcare access, safety, climate comfort, and lifestyle context. The fuller picture is usually clearer when several factors move in the same direction.

Cost & Budget

Retiree Fit Score3.3 / 5 · Good

Estimated Monthly Budget (Traveler)

estimated

$3,979

Estimated Monthly Budget (Local Resident)

estimated

$2,972

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Housing
$1,578
Utilities
$95
Food
$525
Transportation
$774

Estimated Monthly Budget (Couple)

estimated

$4,297

Typical 1BR Rent

city

$442

Cost Pressure

estimated

Poor

Healthcare Access

city

Poor

Hospitals Nearby

city

1

Primary Care Access

city

Poor

Pharmacy Convenience

city

Very Good

Quality of Life

Lifestyle Fit2.3 / 5 · Moderate

Safety

estimated

2.6 / 5 · Caution

Violent Crime Level

estimated

Moderate Violent Crime

Property Crime Level

estimated

Moderate Property Crime

Climate Comfort

estimated

3.5 / 5 · Very Good

Summer Heat

estimated

4.7 / 5 · Excellent

Winter Comfort

estimated

2.3 / 5 · Moderate

Air Quality

estimated

4.3 / 5 · Excellent

Walkability

city

0.9 / 5 · Poor

Age 50+

city

53.0% · Very strong 50+ presence

Sources and methodology

Cost of LivingHealthcareSafetyClimateLifestyle & Recreation