Taylors Falls, MN vs Wrenshall, MN

Wrenshall is moderately more affordable than Taylors Falls, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Taylors Falls scores 87 compared to 79 for Wrenshall, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Taylors Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Taylors Falls is $985/month compared to $971/month in Wrenshall — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wrenshall is more affordable at $232,000 median vs $256,000.

Median household income in Taylors Falls is $61,548 compared to $97,798 in Wrenshall (-37.1%). Wrenshall offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Taylors Falls spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Wrenshall.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (43.1°F vs 40.6°F). Taylors Falls receives more rainfall at 33.8" per year compared to 31.2" in Wrenshall.