Minneapolis, Minnesota vs. Kelso, Washington

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Kelso, Washington is 6.1% cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $46,952 in Kelso, Washington to maintain the standard of living you have in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Kelso, Washington is cheaper than Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Kelso
than in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN vs. Kelso, WA
Compared to Minneapolis, Kelso is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.1% 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
  1.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  10.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  32.6% lower
  Commute
  16.3% lower
  Health
  34.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.1% lower