Sturgeon Lake, MN vs Wendell, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Wendell is 25.3% cheaper than Sturgeon Lake. With a cost index of 62 vs 78, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Wendell to Sturgeon Lake should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Sturgeon Lake is $1,038/month compared to $741/month in Wendell — a 40% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wendell is more affordable at $71,300 median vs $190,600.

Median household income in Sturgeon Lake is $77,500 compared to $68,125 in Wendell (+13.8%). The higher salaries in Sturgeon Lake partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Sturgeon Lake spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Wendell.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (41.4°F vs 42.5°F). Sturgeon Lake receives more rainfall at 33.3" per year compared to 24.1" in Wendell.