Compare My CityCost of Living in Minnesota
We track 5 metro areas in Minnesota. The average of the 5 metros we track in Minnesota is 92.6 on the BEA's overall price index — 7.4% below the US average of 100. St. Cloud, MN is the least expensive at 87.6, while Minneapolis, MN is the most expensive at 104.8. Figures reflect 2024 data from the US Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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Metro areas in Minnesota
| Metro | Overall RPP | vs US avg |
|---|---|---|
| Duluth, MN | 88.8 | −11.2% |
| Mankato, MN | 91.0 | −9.0% |
| Minneapolis, MN | 104.8 | +4.8% |
| Rochester, MN | 90.8 | −9.2% |
| St. Cloud, MN | 87.6 | −12.4% |