Alexandria, MN vs Lindstrom, MN

Alexandria is moderately more affordable than Lindstrom, with a 12.5% lower cost of living index. Alexandria scores 81 compared to 93 for Lindstrom, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lindstrom can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alexandria is $907/month compared to $954/month in Lindstrom — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Alexandria is more affordable at $247,200 median vs $336,800.

Median household income in Alexandria is $61,558 compared to $99,844 in Lindstrom (-38.3%). While Lindstrom is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alexandria spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lindstrom.