Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
12% cheaper
Tucson is 12% more affordable than Minneapolis. A $75,000 salary in Minneapolis is equivalent to $65,802 in Tucson.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Minnesota salaries · Arizona salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Minneapolis has a housing index of 112 while Tucson sits at 83 (national average = 100). The median home in Minneapolis costs $310,000 compared to $265,000 in Tucson, a difference of $45,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Minneapolis versus $1,100 in Tucson.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Minneapolis scores 104 while Tucson scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Minneapolis (105) are higher than Tucson (93). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Minneapolis is $64,285 compared to $43,425 in Tucson. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tucson.
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