Detroit Lakes, MN vs Pine Island, MN

Detroit Lakes is moderately more affordable than Pine Island, with a 7.2% lower cost of living index. Detroit Lakes scores 82 compared to 88 for Pine Island, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pine Island can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Detroit Lakes is $925/month compared to $959/month in Pine Island — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Detroit Lakes is more affordable at $246,200 median vs $324,700.

Median household income in Detroit Lakes is $62,123 compared to $91,612 in Pine Island (-32.2%). While Pine Island is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Detroit Lakes spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Pine Island.