Cost of living in Minot

In Minot, United States, a single person typically needs around $1690 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $4466 monthly.

How expensive is Minot compared to other cities?

Overall living costs in Minot are 18% more expensive than the European benchmark.

How does Minot compare to your city?

Minot is 41% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Minot is, on average, 68% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Minot?

Who is Minot a good fit for?

Minot is a better match for people who prioritize lifestyle benefits and can afford the premium driven by transport and food. For most moderate-income households, housing costs are the main barrier.

FAQ

Why is Minot so expensive?

The high cost of living in Minot is primarily influenced by elevated rent and utilities. These factors contribute significantly to the overall expenses residents face.

Is food expensive in Minot?

Yes, food costs in Minot are 36% higher than the European benchmark. This impacts the overall budget for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Minot?

Public transport in Minot is 41% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a more economical option for residents.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1690 $
Without Rent
851 $
Rent & Utilities
840 $
Food
650 $
Transport
44 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3862 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
48.4K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 15.9 $
Dinner 75 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 12.5 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.51 $
Capuccino 7.68 $
Coke, 330ml 2.77 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.04 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 3.14 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.26 $
Eggs, 12 pack 5.03 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.37 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 16.1 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 23 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.39 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.99 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.66 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.43 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.29 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.82 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.85 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.88 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.9 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.49 $
Cigarette pack 8.12 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.67 $
Monthly Pass 39.9 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.88 $
Taxi, 8 km 14.8 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 115 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 10.2 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.79 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 1.43 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 127 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 194 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 77.3 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 585 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,212 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 835 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,808 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,595 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,599 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,862 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 5.60%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 55.4 $
Cinema, 1 seat 15 $
Haircut 18.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 98.6 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 35.1 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,038 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 27,636 $

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Minot vs St. George's (St. George's is 37% less expensive) Minot vs Grenville (Grenville is 37% less expensive)
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Minot vs Roseau (Roseau is 41% less expensive) Minot vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 33% less expensive)
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Minot vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 42% less expensive) Minot vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 41% less expensive)
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Minot vs Belize City (Belize City is 48% less expensive) Minot vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 36% less expensive) Minot vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 57% less expensive) Minot vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 21% less expensive) Minot vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 7% less expensive)
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Minot vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 41% less expensive) Minot vs Mixco (Mixco is 62% less expensive) Minot vs Coban (Coban is 46% less expensive) Minot vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 54% less expensive) Minot vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 47% less expensive) Minot vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 47% less expensive) Minot vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 48% less expensive) Minot vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 49% less expensive) Minot vs Flores (Flores is 49% less expensive) Minot vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 53% less expensive)
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