New Auburn, MN vs Wheaton, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Wheaton is 24.9% cheaper than New Auburn. With a cost index of 58 vs 72, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Wheaton to New Auburn should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Auburn is $900/month compared to $582/month in Wheaton — a 55% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wheaton is more affordable at $82,200 median vs $140,900.

Median household income in New Auburn is $68,977 compared to $52,260 in Wheaton (+32%). While New Auburn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Auburn spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Wheaton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.7°F vs 44°F). New Auburn receives more rainfall at 30.6" per year compared to 22.9" in Wheaton.