Hinckley, MN vs Windom, MN

Windom is moderately more affordable than Hinckley, with a 10.8% lower cost of living index. Hinckley scores 78 compared to 70 for Windom, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hinckley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hinckley is $1,004/month compared to $773/month in Windom — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Windom is more affordable at $158,000 median vs $165,200.

Median household income in Hinckley is $41,979 compared to $67,813 in Windom (-38.1%). Windom offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hinckley spend roughly 28.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.7% in Windom.

Climate-wise, Windom is notably warmer with an average of 44.6°F compared to 41.4°F in Hinckley. Hinckley receives more rainfall at 33.3" per year compared to 29.3" in Windom.