Taunton, MN vs Ulen, MN

Taunton is moderately more affordable than Ulen, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Taunton scores 60 compared to 65 for Ulen, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ulen can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Taunton is $675/month compared to $754/month in Ulen — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Taunton is more affordable at $74,600 median vs $137,500.

Median household income in Taunton is $46,875 compared to $60,208 in Ulen (-22.1%). While Ulen is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Taunton spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Ulen.

Climate-wise, Taunton is notably warmer with an average of 45.4°F compared to 42.2°F in Ulen. Taunton receives more rainfall at 28" per year compared to 24" in Ulen.