North Mankato, Minnesota vs. Decorah, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Decorah, Iowa is 2.9% cheaper than North Mankato, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $188,438 in Decorah, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in North Mankato, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Decorah, Iowa is cheaper than North Mankato, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
3% cheaper in Decorah
than in North Mankato, Minnesota
North Mankato, MN vs. Decorah, IA
Compared to North Mankato, Decorah is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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)
  17.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% higher
  Commute
  14.5% lower
  Health
  49.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.5% lower