Sheldon, Iowa vs. Jackson, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Jackson, Minnesota is 6.7% cheaper than Sheldon, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $41,981 in Jackson, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Sheldon, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Jackson, Minnesota is cheaper than Sheldon, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
39% cheaper in Jackson
than in Sheldon, Iowa
Sheldon, IA vs. Jackson, MN
Compared to Sheldon, Jackson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.7% 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
  0.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  1.3% higher
  Health
  29.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.8% lower