Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs St. Paul, Minnesota


The cost of living in St. Paul, Minnesota is 2.4% more expensive than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $76,793 in St. Paul, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, St. Paul, Minnesota is more expensive than Johnston, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
29% more expensive in St. Paul
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs St. Paul, MN
Compared to Johnston, St. Paul is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.4% 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
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  20.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.1% higher
  Commute
  44.8% higher
  Health
  25.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  18.1% higher

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