New Ulm, Minnesota vs. Creston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Creston, Iowa is 7.0% cheaper than New Ulm, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $46,507 in Creston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in New Ulm, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Creston, Iowa is cheaper than New Ulm, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Creston
than in New Ulm, Minnesota
New Ulm, MN vs. Creston, IA
Compared to New Ulm, Creston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.0% 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
  3.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  45.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  6.5% higher
  Health
  45.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower