Kenyon, MN vs La Crescent, MN

Kenyon is moderately more affordable than La Crescent, with a 12.3% lower cost of living index. Kenyon scores 74 compared to 84 for La Crescent, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of La Crescent can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kenyon is $854/month compared to $1,059/month in La Crescent — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kenyon is more affordable at $184,500 median vs $244,500.

Median household income in Kenyon is $74,643 compared to $82,109 in La Crescent (-9.1%). The higher salaries in La Crescent partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kenyon spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 15.5% in La Crescent.

Climate-wise, La Crescent is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 44.8°F in Kenyon. La Crescent receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 34.7" in Kenyon.