Annandale, MN vs Waseca, MN

Waseca is moderately more affordable than Annandale, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Annandale scores 82 compared to 73 for Waseca, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Annandale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Annandale is $967/month compared to $796/month in Waseca — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waseca is more affordable at $185,600 median vs $195,100.

Median household income in Annandale is $50,536 compared to $61,546 in Waseca (-17.9%). Waseca offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Annandale spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Waseca.