Hutchinson, MN vs Maplewood, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Hutchinson is 21.1% cheaper than Maplewood. With a cost index of 79 vs 100, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Hutchinson to Maplewood should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hutchinson is $933/month compared to $1,316/month in Maplewood — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hutchinson is more affordable at $210,300 median vs $291,300.

Median household income in Hutchinson is $71,730 compared to $88,534 in Maplewood (-19%). The higher salaries in Maplewood partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hutchinson spend roughly 15.6% of their income on rent, less than the 17.8% in Maplewood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.4°F vs 46.5°F). Maplewood receives more rainfall at 29.2" per year compared to 28" in Hutchinson.