Chisholm, MN vs Sauk Rapids, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Chisholm is 20.5% cheaper than Sauk Rapids. With a cost index of 63 vs 79, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Chisholm to Sauk Rapids should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chisholm is $785/month compared to $941/month in Sauk Rapids — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chisholm is more affordable at $108,100 median vs $240,200.

Median household income in Chisholm is $54,815 compared to $67,004 in Sauk Rapids (-18.2%). The higher salaries in Sauk Rapids partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Chisholm spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Sauk Rapids.