Chisholm, MN vs Worthington, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Chisholm is 16.6% cheaper than Worthington. With a cost index of 63 vs 76, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Chisholm to Worthington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chisholm is $785/month compared to $892/month in Worthington — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chisholm is more affordable at $108,100 median vs $184,200.

Median household income in Chisholm is $54,815 compared to $61,840 in Worthington (-11.4%). The higher salaries in Worthington partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Chisholm spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, less than the 17.3% in Worthington.