Dexter, KS vs Winona, KS

Dexter is moderately more affordable than Winona, with a 14% lower cost of living index. Dexter scores 54 compared to 63 for Winona, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winona can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dexter is $538/month compared to $807/month in Winona — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dexter is more affordable at $79,000 median vs $86,700.

Median household income in Dexter is $49,737 compared to $56,023 in Winona (-11.2%). The higher salaries in Winona partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dexter spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 17.3% in Winona.