Oklee, MN vs Winnebago, MN

Oklee is moderately more affordable than Winnebago, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Oklee scores 57 compared to 64 for Winnebago, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winnebago can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oklee is $583/month compared to $725/month in Winnebago — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oklee has cheaper rent, Winnebago actually has lower median home values ($106,500 vs $108,500).

Median household income in Oklee is $56,667 compared to $58,438 in Winnebago (-3%). Winnebago does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Oklee spend roughly 12.3% of their income on rent, less than the 14.9% in Winnebago.

Climate-wise, Winnebago is notably warmer with an average of 44.6°F compared to 37.7°F in Oklee. Winnebago receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 24.3" in Oklee.