Cost of Living in Minnesota
The cost of living in Minnesota is 4% lower than the national average
| Cost of Living in Minnesota | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 15% lower |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 3% lower |
| Food | 2% higher |
| Healthcare | 4% higher |
| Transportation | 3% lower |
| Goods & Services | 1% higher |
Summary
The cost of living in Minnesota is 4% lower than the national average. Housing is 15% lower than the national average, while utilities are 3% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 2% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 1% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 4% higher in Minnesota compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 1% higher.
The Cost of Living in Minnesota Largest Cities Compared to the National Average
This is how much pricier or cheaper it is to live in Minnesota’s 5 largest cities compared to the national average.
The cost of living in Minnesota varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Minnesota is Rochester, where the cost of living is 7% higher compared to the state average and 2% higher than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Minnesota is Minneapolis, with a cost of living 3% lower below the state average and 7% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 7% higher | 2% higher |
| St. Cloud, MN | 1% higher | 3% lower |
| Mankato, MN | 2% lower | 5% lower |
| St. Paul, MN | 2% lower | 6% lower |
| Minneapolis, MN | 3% lower | 7% lower |