Grand Marais, MN vs Redwood Falls, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Redwood Falls is 21.9% cheaper than Grand Marais. With a cost index of 72 vs 88, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Redwood Falls to Grand Marais should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Grand Marais is $1,013/month compared to $824/month in Redwood Falls — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Redwood Falls is more affordable at $162,000 median vs $283,700.

Median household income in Grand Marais is $73,846 compared to $61,947 in Redwood Falls (+19.2%). The higher salaries in Grand Marais partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Grand Marais spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Redwood Falls.

Climate-wise, Redwood Falls is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 39.5°F in Grand Marais. Redwood Falls receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 25.9" in Grand Marais.