Darwin, MN vs Hector, MN

Darwin is moderately more affordable than Hector, with a 11.1% lower cost of living index. Darwin scores 69 compared to 77 for Hector, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hector can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Darwin is $775/month compared to $1,108/month in Hector — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Darwin has cheaper rent, Hector actually has lower median home values ($124,100 vs $142,500).

Median household income in Darwin is $61,250 compared to $59,762 in Hector (+2.5%). Darwin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Darwin spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.2% in Hector.