Omaha, Nebraska vs. Mankato, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 3.9% cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $49,973 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Omaha, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is cheaper than Omaha, Nebraska
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
37% cheaper in Mankato
than in Omaha, Nebraska
Omaha, NE vs. Mankato, MN
Compared to Omaha, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.9% 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
  2.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  13.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% higher
  Commute
  16.8% lower
  Health
  23.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.4% higher