Richfield, MN vs Stillwater, MN

Richfield is moderately more affordable than Stillwater, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Richfield scores 103 compared to 112 for Stillwater, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stillwater can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Richfield is $1,334/month compared to $1,408/month in Stillwater — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Richfield is more affordable at $320,400 median vs $398,100.

Median household income in Richfield is $84,055 compared to $109,297 in Stillwater (-23.1%). While Stillwater is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Richfield spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 15.5% in Stillwater.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.9°F vs 46.5°F). Richfield receives more rainfall at 31.6" per year compared to 29.2" in Stillwater.