Side-by-side tax comparison between Minnesota (9.85% top rate) and New York (10.9% top rate).
| Salary | Minnesota | New York | Difference | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $38,604 | $37,460 | −$1,144 | Minnesota |
| $75K | $55,762 | $54,046 | −$1,716 | Minnesota |
| $100K | $71,503 | $69,215 | −$2,288 | Minnesota |
| $150K | $102,365 | $98,934 | −$3,431 | Minnesota |
| $200K | $134,328 | $129,753 | −$4,575 | Minnesota |
Minnesota offers higher take-home pay at every salary level. Minnesota's 9.85% top rate is more favorable than New York's 10.9%. At $100K, the difference is $2,288/year — that’s $191/month.
However, cost of living matters. Minnesota has a cost index of 99 while New York is at 125. After adjusting for cost of living, the gap narrows significantly.