Brewster, MN vs Gilbert, MN

Gilbert is moderately more affordable than Brewster, with a 13.7% lower cost of living index. Brewster scores 66 compared to 58 for Gilbert, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Brewster can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Brewster is $721/month compared to $598/month in Gilbert — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gilbert is more affordable at $116,200 median vs $130,500.

Median household income in Brewster is $59,688 compared to $62,625 in Gilbert (-4.7%). Gilbert offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Brewster spend roughly 14.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Gilbert.