South Bend, Indiana vs. Mankato, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mankato, Minnesota is 15.1% more expensive than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $172,600 in Mankato, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mankato, Minnesota is more expensive than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
67% more expensive in Mankato
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Mankato, MN
Compared to South Bend, Mankato is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.1% 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
  10.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  195.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.3% higher
  Commute
  11.9% lower
  Health
  6.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% higher