Medina, MN vs St. Michael, MN

Medina, MN and St. Michael, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.3% difference in their overall index. Medina scores 134 while St. Michael scores 128 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 Medina is $1,421/month compared to $2,038/month in St. Michael — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Medina has cheaper rent, St. Michael actually has lower median home values ($365,800 vs $660,800).

Median household income in Medina is $219,181 compared to $130,814 in St. Michael (+67.6%). While Medina is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Medina spend roughly 7.8% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in St. Michael.

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