salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,619
$1,649
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,805
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$87,192
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$362,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$4,339
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$91
👥 People living there
573,243
427,246
Commute to work
29.1 min
22 min
College degree
36.1%
55.5%
Own their home
47.5%
47.7%
Below poverty line
19.7%
16%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.9%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Minneapolis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $63,200 | $101,630 | +61% in Minneapolis |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $39,350 | -47% in Minneapolis |
| Market Research Analyst | $74,620 | $97,910 | +31% in Minneapolis |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,170 | $25,920 | -28% in Minneapolis |
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $97,190 | +27% in Minneapolis |
| Electrician | $65,590 | $81,890 | +25% in Minneapolis |
| HVAC Technician | $63,180 | $77,490 | +23% in Minneapolis |
| Lawyer | $132,400 | $159,620 | +21% in Minneapolis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Minneapolis cheaper to live in?
Baltimore and Minneapolis cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Minneapolis to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $60,192 a year gives the same standard of living in Minneapolis.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Minneapolis?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $87,192 in Minneapolis, 23% more in Minneapolis.