Albany, MN vs Buhl, MN

Albany is moderately more affordable than Buhl, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Albany scores 67 compared to 71 for Buhl, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buhl can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Albany is $579/month compared to $1,032/month in Buhl — a 44% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Albany has cheaper rent, Buhl actually has lower median home values ($115,700 vs $226,000).

Median household income in Albany is $75,417 compared to $58,179 in Buhl (+29.6%). Albany offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Albany spend roughly 9.2% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Buhl.