Elysian, MN vs Waverly, MN

Waverly is moderately more affordable than Elysian, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Elysian scores 94 compared to 88 for Waverly, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elysian can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elysian is $1,110/month compared to $913/month in Waverly — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waverly is more affordable at $284,600 median vs $295,700.

Median household income in Elysian is $98,571 compared to $113,269 in Waverly (-13%). Waverly offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elysian spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, more than the 9.7% in Waverly.