Brainerd, Minnesota vs. Waco, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 3.4% cheaper than Brainerd, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $48,286 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Brainerd, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Brainerd, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
21% cheaper in Waco
than in Brainerd, Minnesota
Brainerd, MN vs. Waco, TX
Compared to Brainerd, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.4% 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
  4.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  22.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.5% higher
  Commute
  4.8% higher
  Health
  31.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.4% lower