Cost of Living Calculator - Marion, Iowa vs Austin, Minnesota


The cost of living in Austin, Minnesota is 13.8% cheaper than Marion, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $43,085 in Austin, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Austin, Minnesota is cheaper than Marion, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
33% cheaper in Austin
than in Marion, Iowa
Marion, IA vs Austin, MN
Compared to Marion, Austin is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.8% 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
  4.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  13.8% lower
  Health
  12.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher

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