Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 104.8 in Minneapolis, MN in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 3.9% more expensive than Minneapolis; housing rents differ by 35% (151.1 vs 111.8). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $72,202 buys in Minneapolis, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Minneapolis | Washington vs Minneapolis |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 104.8 | +3.9% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 103.1 | +1.7% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 111.8 | +35.1% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 93.5 | +14.1% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 104.4 | -2.0% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 102.9 | +11.5% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Minneapolis | $48,135 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Minneapolis | $96,269 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Minneapolis | $144,404 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.