Little Falls, MN vs Winona, MN

Little Falls, MN and Winona, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.5% difference in their overall index. Little Falls scores 72 while Winona scores 75 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Little Falls is $740/month compared to $839/month in Winona — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Little Falls has cheaper rent, Winona actually has lower median home values ($193,500 vs $198,100).

Median household income in Little Falls is $46,284 compared to $56,163 in Winona (-17.6%). While Winona is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Little Falls spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17.9% in Winona.

Climate-wise, Winona is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 42.2°F in Little Falls. Winona receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 24.5" in Little Falls.