Is St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) Expensive?

Minneapolis, United States

+0% vs Minneapolis avg

Living in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill), Minneapolis

St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) is a moderately-priced area within Minneapolis, with a cost of living index of 61.4 — that is +0% compared to the Minneapolis average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #13 out of 30 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,550/month, compared to a range of $1,116 in Brooklyn Park to $2,015 in Kenwood.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of St. Paul (Cathedral Hill), housing takes up roughly 45% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately $62,000 before tax.

Typical Salaries in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill)

Salaries in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 61.4:

After tax and deductions of 27.0% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $62,000 would be roughly $45,260/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

61.4
COLI Index
1.00x
vs City Avg
$1,550
Est. 1BR Rent
#13
of 30 Areas
27.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill)

Estimated annual deductions on a $46,050 salary in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill), Minneapolis (local employee).

Income Tax
11%
Social Security + Medicare (FICA)
7.6%
State Income Tax (MN)
7.85%
Total Deductions: 27.0%
Est. Take-Home: $33,618/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $46,050
London GBP £39,630
Dubai AED AED 230,424

Other Neighborhoods in Minneapolis

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Kenwood 79.8 1.30x +30%
Edina 78.6 1.28x +28%
North Loop 76.8 1.25x +25%
Linden Hills 74.9 1.22x +22%
Lowry Hill 73.7 1.20x +20%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to St. Paul (Cathedral Hill):

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) expensive in Minneapolis?

St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) is near the city average for Minneapolis. Costs are about +0% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) compare to the Minneapolis average?

The cost of living in St. Paul (Cathedral Hill) is near the Minneapolis average. With a multiplier of 1.00x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +0% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · U.S. Census Bureau · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.