Buhl, MN vs Roseau, MN

Buhl is moderately more affordable than Roseau, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Buhl scores 71 compared to 75 for Roseau, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Roseau 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 $1,027/month in Roseau — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Roseau has cheaper rent, Buhl actually has lower median home values ($115,700 vs $130,000).

Median household income in Buhl is $58,179 compared to $60,185 in Roseau (-3.3%). The higher salaries in Roseau partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Buhl spend roughly 21.3% of their income on rent, more than the 20.5% in Roseau.