Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Murfreesboro is 12% more affordable than Minneapolis. A $75,000 salary in Minneapolis is equivalent to $65,802 in Murfreesboro.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Minneapolis has a housing index of 112 while Murfreesboro sits at 85 (national average = 100). The median home in Minneapolis costs $310,000 compared to $325,000 in Murfreesboro, a difference of $15,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Minneapolis versus $1,350 in Murfreesboro.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Minneapolis scores 104 while Murfreesboro scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Minneapolis (105) are higher than Murfreesboro (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Minneapolis is $64,285 compared to $55,200 in Murfreesboro. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Murfreesboro.
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