Sheldon, Iowa vs. Owatonna, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owatonna, Minnesota is 7.6% more expensive than Sheldon, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $91,471 in Owatonna, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Sheldon, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owatonna, Minnesota is more expensive than Sheldon, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
49% more expensive in Owatonna
than in Sheldon, Iowa
Sheldon, IA vs. Owatonna, MN
Compared to Sheldon, Owatonna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.6% 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
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      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  3.8% higher
  Health
  25.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower