Amarillo is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Minneapolis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$91
👥 People living there
201,885
427,246
Commute to work
19.6 min
22 min
College degree
26.6%
55.5%
Own their home
59.7%
47.7%
Below poverty line
15.8%
16%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $55,970 | $101,630 | +82% in Minneapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $97,910 | +60% in Minneapolis |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $77,490 | +55% in Minneapolis |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $74,060 | +55% in Minneapolis |
| Electrician | $54,360 | $81,890 | +51% in Minneapolis |
| Medical Assistant | $37,170 | $52,570 | +41% in Minneapolis |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $104,740 | +38% in Minneapolis |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $112,630 | +33% in Minneapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $68,496 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 18% more in Minneapolis.