Cost of Living Comparison
HomeCitiesAffordableBest CitiesGet Help
Compare Cities
HomeCitiesAffordableBest CitiesGet HelpCompare Cities
Get Assistance
Estates Logo

The most comprehensive cost of living comparison tool for US cities. Make informed relocation decisions with real data from trusted sources.

Explore

  • Browse Cities
  • Affordable Cities
  • Best Cities
  • Compare Cities

Data

  • San Francisco
  • New York
  • Austin
  • Denver

Top Routes

  • NYC → Austin
  • LA → Phoenix
  • SF → Denver
  • Chicago → Dallas

© 2025 Estates. All rights reserved.

Privacy PolicyTerms of ServiceSitemap

Data: Zillow • Census • FBI • NOAA • BLS

  1. Home
  2. /
  3. Compare

MinneapolisvsChicago

Moving from Minneapolis to Chicago will cost approximately $109,447 more on median home prices (26.3% higher). Monthly rent is $456 more expensive in Chicago. Note that median income is 7.1% lower in Chicago.

Housing
26.3% more
Rent
26.3% more
View MinneapolisView Chicago
Chicago

Side-by-Side Comparison

Origin

Minneapolis, MN

Median Home Price$415,827
Monthly Rent$1,733
Median Income$78,768
Population410,935
Destination

Chicago, IL

Median Home Price
$525,274+26.3%
Monthly Rent
$2,189+26.3%
Median Income
$73,194-7.1%
Population2,720,556
Housing

Rent History & Trends

Understanding how rental prices have changed over time helps predict future affordability and make informed decisions about your move.

Minneapolis

2015$1,280
2020$1,500
2025$1,733

Chicago

2015$1,513
2020$1,592
2025$2,189

Annual Cost of Living

A comprehensive breakdown of annual living expenses helps you budget effectively for your new life in Chicago.

Minneapolis

Housing$7,866
Food$6,016
Transport$13,310
Healthcare$8,818
Total$45,491

Chicago

Housing$7,516
Food$5,442
Transport$13,003
Healthcare$12,465
Total$50,964
Costs

Key Insights

26.3%
Housing Cost
more expensive in Chicago
$456
Monthly Rent Difference
additional cost per month
7.1%
Income Level
lower median income

Demographics

Minneapolis

Population410,935
Median Age32.4 yrs
Violent Crime Rate309 per 100k
Property Crime Rate2046 per 100k

Chicago

Population2,720,556
Median Age34.2 yrs
Violent Crime Rate345 per 100k
Property Crime Rate1393 per 100k

Safety & Crime Statistics

Minneapolis

309
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
2046
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

Chicago

345
Violent Crime Rate (per 100k)
1393
Property Crime Rate (per 100k)

Ready to explore more?

Compare other cities or explore detailed information about each location.

Explore MinneapolisExplore Chicago

Need Help Settling In?

Moving to a new city can be overwhelming. Our relocation experts are here to help you find the perfect neighborhood, schools, and local services.

No commitment • Response within 24 hours

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Chicago or Minneapolis?

Minneapolis is 26.3% cheaper for housing than Chicago. The median home price in Minneapolis is $415,827 compared to $525,274 in Chicago.

What is the rent difference between Minneapolis and Chicago?

Monthly rent in Chicago averages $2,189, while Minneapolis averages $1,733. That's a difference of $456 per month, or $5,472 annually.

How do incomes compare between Minneapolis and Chicago?

The median household income in Chicago is $73,194, which is 7.1% lower than Minneapolis's median of $78,768.

Which city is safer: Minneapolis or Chicago?

Minneapolis has a violent crime rate of 309 per 100k residents, while Chicago has 345 per 100k. Minneapolis is statistically safer.

What is Estates?

Estates is a comprehensive cost of living comparison platform covering over 3,900 US cities. We help you compare housing prices, rent, income levels, crime rates, demographics, and climate data to make informed relocation decisions. Our data comes from trusted sources including Zillow, the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI, and NOAA.