Iowa City, Iowa vs. Mankato, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 1.0% cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $49,484 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Iowa City, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is cheaper than Iowa City, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% cheaper in Mankato
than in Iowa City, Iowa
Iowa City, IA vs. Mankato, MN
Compared to Iowa City, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% 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
  1.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.2% higher
  Commute
  0.7% lower
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.1% lower