Rothsay, MN vs Zumbro Falls, MN

Rothsay is moderately more affordable than Zumbro Falls, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Rothsay scores 72 compared to 82 for Zumbro Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Zumbro Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Rothsay is $905/month compared to $954/month in Zumbro Falls — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rothsay is more affordable at $135,000 median vs $246,400.

Median household income in Rothsay is $83,125 compared to $91,458 in Zumbro Falls (-9.1%). The higher salaries in Zumbro Falls partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Rothsay spend roughly 13.1% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Zumbro Falls.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (42.2°F vs 44.8°F). Zumbro Falls receives more rainfall at 34.7" per year compared to 24" in Rothsay.