Ellendale, MN vs Milroy, MN

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Milroy is 20.5% cheaper than Ellendale. With a cost index of 59 vs 71, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Milroy to Ellendale should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ellendale is $820/month compared to $550/month in Milroy — a 49% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Milroy is more affordable at $103,100 median vs $150,000.

Median household income in Ellendale is $80,417 compared to $61,875 in Milroy (+30%). While Ellendale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ellendale spend roughly 12.2% of their income on rent, more than the 10.7% in Milroy.