Buhl, MN vs Lancaster, MN

Lancaster is moderately more affordable than Buhl, with a 11.5% lower cost of living index. Buhl scores 71 compared to 64 for Lancaster, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Buhl can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Buhl is $1,032/month compared to $680/month in Lancaster — a 52% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lancaster has cheaper rent, Buhl actually has lower median home values ($115,700 vs $118,200).

Median household income in Buhl is $58,179 compared to $65,313 in Lancaster (-10.9%). Lancaster offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Buhl spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12.5% in Lancaster.