Appleton, MN vs Pillager, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Appleton is 21.3% cheaper than Pillager. With a cost index of 60 vs 76, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Appleton to Pillager should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Appleton is $682/month compared to $1,011/month in Pillager — a 33% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Appleton is more affordable at $71,300 median vs $148,300.

Median household income in Appleton is $40,117 compared to $66,771 in Pillager (-39.9%). While Pillager is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Appleton spend roughly 20.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Pillager.