Lincoln, Nebraska vs. Mankato, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 5.7% cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $80,169 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is cheaper than Lincoln, Nebraska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Mankato
than in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln, NE vs. Mankato, MN
Compared to Lincoln, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.7% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.0% higher
  Commute
  10.5% lower
  Health
  34.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% higher