Cost of Living Calculator - Gilroy, California vs Waconia, Minnesota


The cost of living in Waconia, Minnesota is 36.1% cheaper than Gilroy, California.

You would need a salary of $31,928 in Waconia, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Gilroy, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waconia, Minnesota is cheaper than Gilroy, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
58% cheaper in Waconia
than in Gilroy, California
Gilroy, CA vs Waconia, MN
Compared to Gilroy, Waconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  36.1% 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
  7.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.4% lower
  Commute
  9.0% lower
  Health
  31.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.0% higher

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