Cost of Living Calculator - Indianola, Iowa vs Mankato, Minnesota


The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 1.9% cheaper than Indianola, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $122,585 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Indianola, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is cheaper than Indianola, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
21% cheaper in Mankato
than in Indianola, Iowa
Indianola, IA vs Mankato, MN
Compared to Indianola, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.9% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.4% higher
  Commute
  12.4% lower
  Health
  16.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.9% lower

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