salaryLouisville is 13% 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
$1,278
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,200
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$72,097
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$233,900
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.1
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,989
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$167
$143
👥 People living there
631,818
307,284
Commute to work
22.5 min
21.1 min
College degree
33.8%
43.8%
Own their home
60.7%
52.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.5%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Louisville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick St. Paul for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Louisville | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $63,280 | $97,910 | +55% in St. Paul |
| Police Officer | $63,220 | $97,190 | +54% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,390 | $112,630 | +38% in St. Paul |
| Plumber | $74,680 | $101,630 | +36% in St. Paul |
| HVAC Technician | $58,930 | $77,490 | +31% in St. Paul |
| Electrician | $62,440 | $81,890 | +31% in St. Paul |
| Carpenter | $56,520 | $74,060 | +31% in St. Paul |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,610 | $79,730 | +29% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Louisville or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Louisville is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,278 a month there versus $1,443 in St. Paul.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Louisville?
About $67,573 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Louisville or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $72,097 in Louisville and $79,155 in St. Paul, 9% more in St. Paul.