Fulda, MN vs New Auburn, MN

Fulda, MN and New Auburn, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Fulda scores 70 while New Auburn scores 72 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 Fulda is $775/month compared to $900/month in New Auburn — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Fulda has cheaper rent, New Auburn actually has lower median home values ($140,900 vs $155,100).

Median household income in Fulda is $68,056 compared to $68,977 in New Auburn (-1.3%). New Auburn does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Fulda spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 15.7% in New Auburn.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.1°F vs 46.7°F). New Auburn receives more rainfall at 30.6" per year compared to 29.6" in Fulda.