Mora, MN vs St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties), MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Mora is 28.1% cheaper than St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties). With a cost index of 79 vs 109, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Mora to St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Mora is $903/month compared to $1,413/month in St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mora is more affordable at $180,300 median vs $365,700.

Median household income in Mora is $53,704 compared to $97,784 in St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) (-45.1%). While St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mora spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties).

Climate-wise, St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties) is notably warmer with an average of 45.8°F compared to 41.4°F in Mora. Mora receives more rainfall at 33.3" per year compared to 30.7" in St. Anthony city (Hennepin and Ramsey Counties).