Breckenridge, MN vs Thief River Falls, MN

Breckenridge is moderately more affordable than Thief River Falls, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Breckenridge scores 60 compared to 71 for Thief River Falls, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Thief River Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Breckenridge is $502/month compared to $884/month in Thief River Falls — a 43% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Breckenridge is more affordable at $142,000 median vs $169,300.

Median household income in Breckenridge is $57,344 compared to $65,244 in Thief River Falls (-12.1%). The higher salaries in Thief River Falls partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Breckenridge spend roughly 10.5% of their income on rent, less than the 16.3% in Thief River Falls.