Eagan, MN vs Rosemount, MN

Eagan, MN and Rosemount, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Eagan scores 116 while Rosemount scores 119 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Eagan is $1,604/month compared to $1,614/month in Rosemount — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Eagan is more affordable at $380,800 median vs $406,100.

Median household income in Eagan is $107,486 compared to $127,247 in Rosemount (-15.5%). While Rosemount is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Eagan spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Rosemount.