Warsaw, MN vs Waverly, MN

Warsaw, MN and Waverly, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Warsaw scores 91 while Waverly scores 88 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Warsaw is $1,188/month compared to $913/month in Waverly — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Waverly has cheaper rent, Warsaw actually has lower median home values ($255,000 vs $284,600).

Median household income in Warsaw is $115,313 compared to $113,269 in Waverly (+1.8%). The higher salaries in Warsaw partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Warsaw spend roughly 12.4% of their income on rent, more than the 9.7% in Waverly.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (46.7°F vs 46.7°F). Waverly receives more rainfall at 30.6" per year compared to 30.6" in Warsaw.