Akeley, MN vs Sherburn, MN

Sherburn is moderately more affordable than Akeley, with a 10.3% lower cost of living index. Akeley scores 70 compared to 64 for Sherburn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Akeley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Akeley is $930/month compared to $734/month in Sherburn — a 27% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sherburn is more affordable at $97,900 median vs $105,600.

Median household income in Akeley is $43,750 compared to $63,026 in Sherburn (-30.6%). Sherburn offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Akeley spend roughly 25.5% of their income on rent, more than the 14% in Sherburn.