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Minnesota City Intelligence

Compare cost of living, salaries, and quality of life across cities in Minnesota.

Minnesota, often called the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," is known for its strong sense of community, outdoor lifestyle, and "Minnesota Nice" reputation. The state boasts a diverse and highly developed economy with major industries including healthcare and medical technology, food and agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services, and is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies. While winters are long and cold with significant snowfall, summers are hot and humid, offering a wide range of seasonal activities. The cost of living in Minnesota is generally lower than the national average, with housing and utilities being particularly affordable, contributing to its high quality of life.

20

Cities

$74K

Avg Salary

108

Avg Cost Index

Lakeville

Top City

About Minnesota

Minnesota is a state in USA with 20 cities tracked on Urblytica. The average cost index across its cities is 108, with average salaries around $73,566. Explore cost of living, salary data, and quality of life metrics for each city below.

Cities in Minnesota

Lakeville #1 Best City 70

Lakeville

Minnesota, USA

SafetyA

CostC+

Growth80

Avg. Rent$2,405

Median Income$139,041

Cost of Living108/100

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Mankato #2 Best City 67

Mankato

Minnesota, USA

SafetyB+

CostB

Growth71

Avg. Rent$1,150

Median Income$65,400

Cost of Living91/100

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Apple Valley #3 Best City 66

Apple Valley

Minnesota, USA

SafetyA-

CostC+

Growth72

Avg. Rent$1,650

Median Income$104,500

Cost of Living108/100

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St. Louis Park #4 Best City 63

St. Louis Park

Minnesota, USA

SafetyB+

CostC+

Growth74

Avg. Rent$1,650

Median Income$88,500

Cost of Living108/100

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Edina #5 Best City 63

Edina

Minnesota, USA

SafetyA

CostC-

Growth75

Avg. Rent$1,750

Median Income$128,500

Cost of Living125/100

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St. Paul #6 Best City 51

St. Paul

Minnesota, USA

SafetyB

CostC+

Growth69

Avg. Rent$1,459

Median Income$73,394

Cost of Living105/100

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Plymouth #7 Best City

Plymouth

Minnesota, USA

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Woodbury #8 Best City

Woodbury

Minnesota, USA

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Maple Grove #9 Best City

Maple Grove

Minnesota, USA

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Brooklyn Park #10 Best City

Brooklyn Park

Minnesota, USA

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Eagan #11 Best City

Eagan

Minnesota, USA

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Eden Prairie #12 Best City

Eden Prairie

Minnesota, USA

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Burnsville #13 Best City

Burnsville

Minnesota, USA

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Coon Rapids #14 Best City

Coon Rapids

Minnesota, USA

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Blaine #15 Best City

Blaine

Minnesota, USA

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Duluth #16 Best City

Duluth

Minnesota, USA

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Minnetonka #17 Best City

Minnetonka

Minnesota, USA

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Bloomington #18 Best City

Bloomington

Minnesota, USA

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Rochester #19 Best City

Rochester

Minnesota, USA

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Minneapolis #20 Best City

Minneapolis

Minnesota, USA

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Senior Care

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23 assisted living, nursing & memory care facilities in Minnesota.

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Stewartville Care Center

Stewartville Care Center

Stewartville, MN

Shorewood Senior Campus

Shorewood Senior Campus

Rochester, MN

Central Minnesota Senior Care

Central Minnesota Senior Care

Willmar, MN

Cedar Riverside People's Center

Cedar Riverside People's Center

Minneapolis, MN

Minnehaha Senior Living

Minnehaha Senior Living

Minneapolis, MN

Mary T. Inc

Mary T. Inc

Minneapolis, MN

Our Lady of Peace

Our Lady of Peace

St Paul, MN

Friendship Village of Bloomington

Friendship Village of Bloomington

Bloomington, MN

Presbyterian Homes & Services

Presbyterian Homes & Services

Roseville, MN

AWAC- All Welcomed Adult Care

AWAC- All Welcomed Adult Care

Minneapolis, MN

Aurora on France Vibrant Senior Living and Care

Aurora on France Vibrant Senior Living and Care

Mineapolis, MN

ProMedica Hospice Serving Minnesota South

ProMedica Hospice Serving Minnesota South

Rochester, MN

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