Spencer, Iowa vs. Willmar, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Willmar, Minnesota is 1.0% more expensive than Spencer, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $50,524 in Willmar, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Spencer, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Willmar, Minnesota is more expensive than Spencer, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
28% more expensive in Willmar
than in Spencer, Iowa
Spencer, IA vs. Willmar, MN
Compared to Spencer, Willmar is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% higher
      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
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  28.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.6% lower
  Commute
  4.8% lower
  Health
  28.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher