Gilbert, MN vs Graceville, MN

Gilbert is moderately more affordable than Graceville, with a 8% lower cost of living index. Gilbert scores 58 compared to 63 for Graceville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Graceville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilbert is $598/month compared to $703/month in Graceville — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Gilbert has cheaper rent, Graceville actually has lower median home values ($101,700 vs $116,200).

Median household income in Gilbert is $62,625 compared to $51,667 in Graceville (+21.2%). Gilbert offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilbert spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 16.3% in Graceville.

Climate-wise, Graceville is notably warmer with an average of 44°F compared to 36.9°F in Gilbert. Gilbert receives more rainfall at 24.8" per year compared to 22.9" in Graceville.