Courtland, MN vs Staples, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Staples is 16.3% cheaper than Courtland. With a cost index of 69 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Staples to Courtland should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Courtland is $971/month compared to $856/month in Staples — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Staples is more affordable at $119,300 median vs $250,000.

Median household income in Courtland is $105,625 compared to $51,506 in Staples (+105.1%). While Courtland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Courtland spend roughly 11% of their income on rent, less than the 19.9% in Staples.