Centerville, MN vs Mendota Heights, MN

Centerville is moderately more affordable than Mendota Heights, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Centerville scores 110 compared to 125 for Mendota Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mendota Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Centerville is $1,453/month compared to $1,557/month in Mendota Heights — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Centerville is more affordable at $364,700 median vs $504,100.

Median household income in Centerville is $119,361 compared to $132,935 in Mendota Heights (-10.2%). The higher salaries in Mendota Heights partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Centerville spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, more than the 14.1% in Mendota Heights.