Minneapolis, United States
+12% vs Minneapolis avgUptown is a moderately-priced area within Minneapolis, with a cost of living index of 68.8 — that is +12% compared to the Minneapolis average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #8 out of 30 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around $1,736/month, compared to a range of $1,116 in Brooklyn Park to $2,015 in Kenwood.
For a typical resident of Uptown, housing takes up roughly 50% 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 $69,440 before tax.
Salaries in Uptown reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 68.8:
After tax and deductions of 27.9% in United States, take-home pay for someone earning $69,440 would be roughly $50,066/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a $51,600 salary in Uptown, Minneapolis (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Uptown would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $51,600 |
| London | GBP | £44,406 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 258,195 |
| 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% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Uptown, Minneapolis to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, Uptown is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Minneapolis. It costs about +12% more than the city average, ranking #8 out of 30 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Uptown is above the Minneapolis average. With a multiplier of 1.12x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +12% compared to the city baseline.