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


The cost of living in Waconia, Minnesota is 3.8% cheaper than Lancaster, California.

You would need a salary of $72,131 in Waconia, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lancaster, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waconia, Minnesota is cheaper than Lancaster, California
• Utilities are the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
16% cheaper in Waconia
than in Lancaster, California
Lancaster, CA vs Waconia, MN
Compared to Lancaster, Waconia is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% 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
  4.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  7.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  16.4% lower
  Commute
  8.7% lower
  Health
  17.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.9% higher

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