Mapleton, MN vs Rollingstone, MN

Mapleton is moderately more affordable than Rollingstone, with a 6.8% lower cost of living index. Mapleton scores 69 compared to 74 for Rollingstone, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rollingstone can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mapleton is $772/month compared to $729/month in Rollingstone — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rollingstone has cheaper rent, Mapleton actually has lower median home values ($176,400 vs $217,400).

Median household income in Mapleton is $82,031 compared to $86,500 in Rollingstone (-5.2%). The higher salaries in Rollingstone partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Mapleton spend roughly 11.3% of their income on rent, more than the 10.1% in Rollingstone.

Climate-wise, Rollingstone is notably warmer with an average of 48.8°F compared to 44.6°F in Mapleton. Rollingstone receives more rainfall at 35.2" per year compared to 29.3" in Mapleton.