Henderson, MN vs Wilton, MN

Henderson, MN and Wilton, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Henderson scores 82 while Wilton scores 78 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 Henderson is $926/month compared to $1,067/month in Wilton — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Henderson has cheaper rent, Wilton actually has lower median home values ($152,500 vs $207,800).

Median household income in Henderson is $88,750 compared to $68,125 in Wilton (+30.3%). While Henderson is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Henderson spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.8% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, Henderson is notably warmer with an average of 46.7°F compared to 40.4°F in Wilton. Henderson receives more rainfall at 30.6" per year compared to 23.9" in Wilton.