Adams, MN vs Maple Lake, MN

Adams is moderately more affordable than Maple Lake, with a 14.6% lower cost of living index. Adams scores 68 compared to 79 for Maple Lake, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Maple Lake can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Adams is $692/month compared to $811/month in Maple Lake — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Adams is more affordable at $160,400 median vs $221,800.

Median household income in Adams is $85,000 compared to $75,469 in Maple Lake (+12.6%). Adams offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Adams spend roughly 9.8% of their income on rent, less than the 12.9% in Maple Lake.