State guide
Cost of living in Minnesota
2 Minnesota cities in the dataset, ranked cheapest first. We model an effective 4.8% state income tax at middle incomes. Combined state + average local sales tax runs about 8.0%.
Cities covered
2
Median rent
$1,479/mo
Median est. cost
$4,011/mo
State income tax
≈4.8%
Standouts in Minnesota
Cheapest
Saint Paul, MN
$3,834/mo
Lowest estimated monthly essentials for one person.
Best overall
Saint Paul, MN
Fit 61
Highest default Fit Score of the cities here.
Safest
Saint Paul, MN
Safety 48
Lowest violent and property crime per capita.
Best for jobs
Minneapolis, MN
Jobs 42
Strongest labor market (BLS unemployment + growth).
Sunniest
Minneapolis, MN
209 sunny days
Most sunny days per year.
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