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Minneapolis vs New York City

$100,000 in Minneapolis buys a lifestyle closer to $153,000 in New York City, because New York City's cost-of-living index is 168 versus 110.

Minneapolis

Strong job market and progressive state income tax.

COL index
110
Typical 1-bed
$1,500/mo
Comfortable salary
$94,000
$100k take-home
$73,903
Full Minneapolis guide

New York City

The highest-density job market in the US, with NYC local income tax on top of New York State tax.

COL index
168
Typical 1-bed
$3,900/mo
Comfortable salary
$143,000
$100k take-home
$70,090
Full New York City guide

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