salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,649
$1,443
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,805
$1,553
💵 Families earn per year
$87,192
$79,155
🔑 Buying a house
$362,200
$294,500
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.8
104.8
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,339
$3,822
⚡ Electric bill per month
$91
$143
👥 People living there
427,246
307,284
Commute to work
22 min
21.1 min
College degree
55.5%
43.8%
Own their home
47.7%
52.9%
Below poverty line
16%
15.6%
Unemployment
5.9%
5.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Minneapolis for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick St. Paul for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Minneapolis | St. Paul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | $103,040 | $103,040 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,370 | $133,370 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $65,660 | $65,660 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Nursing Assistant | $48,020 | $48,020 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Medical Assistant | $52,570 | $52,570 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Pharmacist | $160,990 | $160,990 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Physician Assistant | $145,030 | $145,030 | 0% in St. Paul |
| Dental Hygienist | $112,630 | $112,630 | 0% in St. Paul |
Frequently asked questions
Is Minneapolis or St. Paul cheaper to live in?
Minneapolis and St. Paul cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in St. Paul to match $60,000 in Minneapolis?
About $60,000 a year gives the same standard of living in St. Paul.
Where do people earn more, Minneapolis or St. Paul?
The typical household earns $87,192 in Minneapolis and $79,155 in St. Paul, 10% more in Minneapolis.