Big Lake, MN vs Brooklyn Center, MN

Big Lake, MN and Brooklyn Center, MN have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.8% difference in their overall index. Big Lake scores 103 while Brooklyn Center scores 99 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Big Lake is $1,417/month compared to $1,345/month in Brooklyn Center — a 5% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Brooklyn Center is more affordable at $261,100 median vs $291,700.

Median household income in Big Lake is $113,333 compared to $72,009 in Brooklyn Center (+57.4%). While Big Lake is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Big Lake spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in Brooklyn Center.