Looking for a fresh start in a new Minneapolis neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Minneapolis for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 3,751
-18%
Cost of Living Index 93 vs 114
18% lower than Minneapolis
Population 2,971
-15%
Cost of Living Index 97 vs 114
15% lower than Minneapolis
Population 9,931
-13%
Cost of Living Index 99 vs 114
13% lower than Minneapolis
Population 5,058
-13%
Cost of Living Index 99 vs 114
13% lower than Minneapolis
Population 3,813
-13%
Cost of Living Index 99 vs 114
13% lower than Minneapolis
Population 3,181
-12%
Cost of Living Index 100 vs 114
12% lower than Minneapolis
Population 6,612
-12%
Cost of Living Index 100 vs 114
12% lower than Minneapolis
Population 9,080
-12%
Cost of Living Index 100 vs 114
12% lower than Minneapolis
Population 5,210
-12%
Cost of Living Index 100 vs 114
12% lower than Minneapolis
Population 9,076
-11%
Cost of Living Index 101 vs 114
11% lower than Minneapolis
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