Appleton, MN vs Lyle, MN

Lyle is moderately more affordable than Appleton, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Appleton scores 60 compared to 56 for Lyle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Appleton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Appleton is $682/month compared to $442/month in Lyle — a 54% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lyle has cheaper rent, Appleton actually has lower median home values ($71,300 vs $105,400).

Median household income in Appleton is $40,117 compared to $59,000 in Lyle (-32%). Lyle offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Appleton spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, more than the 9% in Lyle.