Lonsdale, MN vs Rogers, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lonsdale is 16.6% cheaper than Rogers. With a cost index of 100 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lonsdale to Rogers should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lonsdale is $1,293/month compared to $1,550/month in Rogers — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lonsdale is more affordable at $327,100 median vs $437,900.

Median household income in Lonsdale is $91,719 compared to $159,638 in Rogers (-42.5%). While Rogers is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lonsdale spend roughly 16.9% of their income on rent, more than the 11.7% in Rogers.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.7°F vs 45.8°F). Rogers receives more rainfall at 30.7" per year compared to 30.6" in Lonsdale.