Bigfork, MN vs Goodhue, MN

Goodhue is moderately more affordable than Bigfork, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Bigfork scores 81 compared to 75 for Goodhue, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Bigfork can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Bigfork is $1,157/month compared to $775/month in Goodhue — a 49% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Goodhue has cheaper rent, Bigfork actually has lower median home values ($147,900 vs $230,300).

Median household income in Bigfork is $40,875 compared to $86,731 in Goodhue (-52.9%). Goodhue offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bigfork spend roughly 34% of their income on rent, more than the 10.7% in Goodhue. The Goodhue ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.