Crookston, MN vs Glenwood, MN

Crookston is moderately more affordable than Glenwood, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Crookston scores 68 compared to 74 for Glenwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glenwood can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crookston is $827/month compared to $830/month in Glenwood — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crookston is more affordable at $160,700 median vs $181,000.

Median household income in Crookston is $54,003 compared to $45,735 in Glenwood (+18.1%). Crookston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crookston spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Glenwood.