salaryParadise is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Paradise to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,649
$1,532
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$1,510
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$63,836
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$384,200
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
100.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$1,553
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$142
👥 People living there
427,246
185,913
Commute to work
22 min
23.2 min
College degree
55.5%
24.1%
Own their home
47.7%
41.9%
Below poverty line
16%
17.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
9.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, cheaper homes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Paradise for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Minneapolis | Paradise | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $39,350 | $59,280 | +51% in Paradise |
| Plumber | $101,630 | $59,700 | -41% in Paradise |
| Market Research Analyst | $97,910 | $74,670 | -24% in Paradise |
| HVAC Technician | $77,490 | $60,240 | -22% in Paradise |
| Customer Service Representative | $49,480 | $39,560 | -20% in Paradise |
| Police Officer | $97,190 | $77,750 | -20% in Paradise |
| Elementary School Teacher | $79,730 | $65,040 | -18% in Paradise |
| Cashier | $35,760 | $29,360 | -18% in Paradise |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or Paradise cheaper to live in?
Paradise is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,532 a month there versus $1,649 in Minneapolis.
What salary do I need in Paradise to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $57,363 a year gives the same standard of living in Paradise.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or Paradise?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $63,836 in Paradise, 37% more in Minneapolis.