salaryLaredo is 21% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in St. Paul to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,110
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,063
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$68,932
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$193,500
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
87.0
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,531
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$204
$143
👥 People living there
257,619
307,284
Commute to work
21.6 min
21.1 min
College degree
22%
43.8%
Own their home
64.1%
52.9%
Below poverty line
20.9%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Laredo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Paul for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Laredo | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plumber | $46,350 | $101,630 | +119% in St. Paul |
| Market Research Analyst | $47,220 | $97,910 | +107% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $41,540 | $74,060 | +78% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $46,140 | $81,890 | +77% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $48,450 | $77,490 | +60% in St. Paul |
| Medical Assistant | $35,320 | $52,570 | +49% in St. Paul |
| Warehouse Worker | $32,480 | $47,320 | +46% in St. Paul |
| Customer Service Representative | $34,420 | $49,480 | +44% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Laredo or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Laredo is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,110 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Laredo?
About $72,328 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Laredo or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $68,932 in Laredo and $79,155 in St. Paul, 13% more in St. Paul.