Hermantown, MN vs Rosemount, MN

Hermantown is moderately more affordable than Rosemount, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Hermantown scores 103 compared to 119 for Rosemount, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rosemount can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hermantown is $1,375/month compared to $1,614/month in Rosemount — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hermantown is more affordable at $374,000 median vs $406,100.

Median household income in Hermantown is $92,026 compared to $127,247 in Rosemount (-27.7%). While Rosemount is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hermantown spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Rosemount.

Climate-wise, Rosemount is notably warmer with an average of 46.9°F compared to 40.6°F in Hermantown. Rosemount receives more rainfall at 31.6" per year compared to 31.2" in Hermantown.