The sum of these weighted indexes is then normalized such that the 50th percentile is the average for all metro areas. Lower scores indicate more expensive metro areas. Higher scores indicate less expensive areas. From the above table, Winnipeg has a slightly higher cost of living than Minneapolis . Sales taxes are exempt for all food and clothing in Minnesota.
Sales taxes are exempt for most foods in Manitoba.
Daily commute average in Minneapolis is 45.0 minutes, and in Winnipeg is 41.2 minutes - virtually the same. Due to the cost of gasoline, your commute in Minneapolis is about half the cost compared to Winnipeg. State and city unemployment levels are also factored in. This is where Minneapolis shines. Minneapolis wins hands down.