Kasota, MN vs Rushford, MN

Kasota is moderately more affordable than Rushford, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Kasota scores 70 compared to 74 for Rushford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rushford can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kasota is $643/month compared to $824/month in Rushford — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kasota is more affordable at $171,400 median vs $203,200.

Median household income in Kasota is $70,200 compared to $73,321 in Rushford (-4.3%). The higher salaries in Rushford partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kasota spend roughly 11% of their income on rent, less than the 13.5% in Rushford.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.7°F vs 48.8°F). Rushford receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 30.6" in Kasota.