Plainview, MN vs Winthrop, MN

Winthrop is moderately more affordable than Plainview, with a 9% lower cost of living index. Plainview scores 75 compared to 69 for Winthrop, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Plainview can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Plainview is $774/month compared to $732/month in Winthrop — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Winthrop is more affordable at $157,400 median vs $230,600.

Median household income in Plainview is $69,800 compared to $67,375 in Winthrop (+3.6%). Plainview 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 Plainview spend roughly 13.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Winthrop.

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