New Ulm, MN vs Roseville, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. New Ulm is 27.4% cheaper than Roseville. With a cost index of 76 vs 105, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from New Ulm to Roseville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Ulm is $974/month compared to $1,346/month in Roseville — a 28% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Ulm is more affordable at $192,700 median vs $334,800.

Median household income in New Ulm is $63,984 compared to $88,440 in Roseville (-27.7%). While Roseville 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 Ulm spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in Roseville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.4°F vs 46.5°F). Roseville receives more rainfall at 29.2" per year compared to 28" in New Ulm.