Liberal, Kansas vs. Austin, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Austin, Minnesota is 1.6% cheaper than Liberal, Kansas.

You would need a salary of $49,190 in Austin, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Liberal, Kansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Minnesota is cheaper than Liberal, Kansas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
21% cheaper in Austin
than in Liberal, Kansas
Liberal, KS vs. Austin, MN
Compared to Liberal, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.6% 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
  0.2% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  7.5% lower
  Health
  21.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.8% higher