Johnston, Iowa vs. Plymouth, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Plymouth, Minnesota is 20.0% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $90,031 in Plymouth, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Plymouth, Minnesota is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
35% more expensive in Plymouth
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs. Plymouth, MN
Compared to Johnston, Plymouth is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.0% 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
  2.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  29.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.8% higher
  Commute
  39.0% higher
  Health
  26.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.7% higher