Cost of Living in Woodland, MN

With a cost of living index of 177, Woodland, MN is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. Living here is 77% more expensive than the national average and 94% above the Minnesota state average of 82. Woodland is a small community of 505 residents.

The median household income in Woodland is $189,107, which is 152% higher than the national median of $75,149. While incomes are above average, they more than offset the higher cost of living.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Woodland. The area sees an average annual temperature of 46.7°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 19°F. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches spread over roughly 107 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

Everyday prices in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area tend to run above the national average. Out of 6 common grocery and utility items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5 are priced higher than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.