Gilbert, MN vs Wabasso, MN

Gilbert is moderately more affordable than Wabasso, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Gilbert scores 58 compared to 61 for Wabasso, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wabasso can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilbert is $598/month compared to $633/month in Wabasso — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gilbert has cheaper rent, Wabasso actually has lower median home values ($105,100 vs $116,200).

Median household income in Gilbert is $62,625 compared to $63,900 in Wabasso (-2%). Wabasso 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 Gilbert spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 11.9% in Wabasso.

Climate-wise, Wabasso is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 36.9°F in Gilbert. Wabasso receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 24.8" in Gilbert.