Tipton, Iowa vs. Minnesota, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Minnesota, South Dakota is 8.4% cheaper than Tipton, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $45,797 in Minnesota, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Tipton, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Minnesota, South Dakota is cheaper than Tipton, Iowa
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
51% cheaper in Minnesota
than in Tipton, Iowa
Tipton, IA vs. Minnesota, SD
Compared to Tipton, Minnesota is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.4% 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
  0.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.2% lower
  Commute
  3.6% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.2% lower