Boone, Iowa vs. Austin, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Minnesota is 3.7% cheaper than Boone, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $48,151 in Austin, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Boone, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Minnesota is cheaper than Boone, Iowa
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
18% cheaper in Austin
than in Boone, Iowa
Boone, IA vs. Austin, MN
Compared to Boone, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  9.3% lower
  Health
  18.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.4% lower