Windom, MN vs Worthington, MN

Windom is moderately more affordable than Worthington, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Windom scores 70 compared to 76 for Worthington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Worthington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Windom is $773/month compared to $892/month in Worthington — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Windom is more affordable at $158,000 median vs $184,200.

Median household income in Windom is $67,813 compared to $61,840 in Worthington (+9.7%). Windom offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Windom spend roughly 13.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17.3% in Worthington.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (44.6°F vs 46.8°F). Windom receives more rainfall at 29.3" per year compared to 26.8" in Worthington.