Henning, MN vs Wells, MN

Wells is moderately more affordable than Henning, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Henning scores 66 compared to 62 for Wells, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Henning can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Henning is $731/month compared to $699/month in Wells — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wells is more affordable at $93,200 median vs $127,400.

Median household income in Henning is $44,000 compared to $58,663 in Wells (-25%). Wells offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Henning spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.3% in Wells.

Climate-wise, Wells is notably warmer with an average of 45.6°F compared to 42.5°F in Henning. Wells receives more rainfall at 36.3" per year compared to 24.1" in Henning.