Annandale, MN vs Little Falls, MN

Little Falls is moderately more affordable than Annandale, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Annandale scores 82 compared to 72 for Little Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Annandale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Annandale is $967/month compared to $740/month in Little Falls — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Little Falls has cheaper rent, Annandale actually has lower median home values ($195,100 vs $198,100).

Median household income in Annandale is $50,536 compared to $46,284 in Little Falls (+9.2%). The higher salaries in Annandale partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Annandale spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 19.2% in Little Falls.