Pennock, MN vs Zumbro Falls, MN

Pennock, MN and Zumbro Falls, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Pennock scores 78 while Zumbro Falls scores 82 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 Pennock is $1,098/month compared to $954/month in Zumbro Falls — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Zumbro Falls has cheaper rent, Pennock actually has lower median home values ($140,500 vs $246,400).

Median household income in Pennock is $68,846 compared to $91,458 in Zumbro Falls (-24.7%). While Zumbro Falls is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Pennock spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Zumbro Falls.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (45.4°F vs 44.8°F). Zumbro Falls receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 28" in Pennock.