Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Spokane is 8% more affordable than Minneapolis. A $75,000 salary in Minneapolis is equivalent to $69,340 in Spokane.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Minnesota salaries · Washington salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Minneapolis has a housing index of 112 while Spokane sits at 94 (national average = 100). The median home in Minneapolis costs $310,000 compared to $310,000 in Spokane, a difference of $0. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Minneapolis versus $1,200 in Spokane.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Minneapolis scores 104 while Spokane scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Minneapolis (105) are higher than Spokane (102). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Minneapolis is $64,285 compared to $48,834 in Spokane. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Spokane.
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