Crosby, MN vs Watkins, MN

Watkins is moderately more affordable than Crosby, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Crosby scores 73 compared to 66 for Watkins, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Crosby can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crosby is $838/month compared to $760/month in Watkins — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Watkins is more affordable at $136,800 median vs $175,600.

Median household income in Crosby is $43,250 compared to $50,875 in Watkins (-15%). Watkins offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crosby spend roughly 23.3% of their income on rent, more than the 17.9% in Watkins.