Cost of Living Calculator - Olivia, Minnesota vs Ely, Iowa


The cost of living in Ely, Iowa is 20.6% more expensive than Olivia, Minnesota.

You would need a salary of $60,307 in Ely, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Olivia, Minnesota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ely, Iowa is more expensive than Olivia, Minnesota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
79% more expensive in Ely
than in Olivia, Minnesota
Olivia, MN vs Ely, IA
Compared to Olivia, Ely is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.6% 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
  6.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  104.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.0% higher
  Commute
  12.4% higher
  Health
  25.2% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower

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