Perham, MN vs Winthrop, MN

Winthrop is moderately more affordable than Perham, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Perham scores 74 compared to 69 for Winthrop, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Perham can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Perham is $813/month compared to $732/month in Winthrop — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Winthrop is more affordable at $157,400 median vs $186,000.

Median household income in Perham is $47,088 compared to $67,375 in Winthrop (-30.1%). Winthrop offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Perham spend roughly 20.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Winthrop.

Climate-wise, Winthrop is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 40.4°F in Perham. Winthrop receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 23.9" in Perham.