Chisholm, MN vs Pierz, MN

Chisholm is moderately more affordable than Pierz, with a 10% lower cost of living index. Chisholm scores 63 compared to 70 for Pierz, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pierz can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chisholm is $785/month compared to $786/month in Pierz — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chisholm is more affordable at $108,100 median vs $155,700.

Median household income in Chisholm is $54,815 compared to $55,438 in Pierz (-1.1%). Pierz does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Chisholm spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Pierz.